NWPWA Forest Policy

Forest Policy

Timber law and taxation is a very complex issue with ever-changing rules and regulations. It is beneficial for the NWPWA to provide resources and contacts that can be consulted to supply more detailed and specific information on the current timber tax regulations.

Several laws and regulations address earth-moving activities that have the potential to degrade the quality of waters of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Since timber harvesting involves earth moving, individuals involved in harvesting forest products should be familiar with these laws and regulations.

National Timber Tax Website was developed to be used by timberland owners, as well as a reference source for accountants, attorneys, consulting foresters and other professionals who work with timberland owners by answering specific questions regarding the tax treatment of timber.

The Forest Landowners Tax Council (FLTC) is an independent, national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing an effective and unified voice for non-industrial, private forest (NIPF) landowners on federal tax issues. The Council seeks to provide technical research to identify opportunities for timber tax improvements. FLTC is also a source of education for those who wish to learn more about timber taxation.

Forest, Taxes and Conservation Easements, presented by the Virginia Department of Forestry, includes links regarding timber taxation, income tax planning, conservation easements and estate planning.

American Forestry, the nation's oldest nonprofit citizens conservation organization, serves as a voice of moderation on forest policy issues in the United States through programs and services that develop and share information on forest policy issues related to ecosystem restoration and maintenance; bring the perspectives of urban and rural community groups to the policy arena; promote constructive dialogue among diverse interests; and pursue polices and programs based on "common ground" solutions that integrate environmental, social, and economic considerations.

Pennsylvania Department of Revenue contains all Pennsylvania related tax information.

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