Science & Environment

Oregon’s timber industry says it can’t afford new taxes, despite record profits

By Rob Davis (The Oregonian/OregonLive) and Tony Schick (OPB)
March 2, 2021 4 p.m.

Lobbyists claim the timber industry is “up against the ropes.” Here’s what they’re not saying: Lumber prices are at record highs and profits are soaring.

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