NEWS

The U.S. Office of Management and Budget has published its final guidance on the Build America, Buy America Act. Lumber and engineered wood were specifically included in the construction materials category—so, all manufacturing must take place in the U.S. to qualify. DHA has argued that hardwood plywood, veneer, and engineered wood flooring are manufactured products, but it's still unclear if they are considered "engineered wood."

Resources:

• Pillsbury: OMB Finalizes “Build America, Buy America” Domestic Content Guidance
• BABA REV_2-CFR-Guidance Pre-publication version (PDF)