Shaler quoted in Sen. King release about Timber Innovation Act

Stephen Shaler, director of the University of Maine School of Forest Resources, was quoted in a media release from U.S. Sen. Angus King about the Timber Innovation Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation supporting the advancement of the forest products industry by accelerating research and development of wood buildings in the United States.

“The use of Maine-sourced timber and engineered wood composites could be increased in important and developing construction applications such as mass timber non-residential structures,” said Shaler.

“This bill could help accelerate and expand Maine commercial manufacturing opportunities and associated engineering and architectural services. UMaine’s expertise and R&D facilities are actively engaged and working with Maine industry in these sectors.”

Sens. King and Susan Collins co-sponsored the legislation, which was introduced by Sens. Debbie Stabenow of Michigan and Mike Crapo of Idaho.

The complete release is online and was cited by Mainebiz.