Policy Priorities
Through its policy work, the Southern Group of State Foresters (SGSF) provides a unified voice to guide federal policy and legislation that impacts southern forests and southern state forestry agencies.
SGSF policy and legislation efforts facilitate the perpetuation, conservation and sustainable management of healthy southern forests, both public and private.
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FY24 Interior Bill
Learn MoreLearn which State Forester priority programs received funding through 2024 legislative appropriations.
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Investment in State & Private Forests
Learn MoreLearn how our members are implementing recent legislative investments.
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Assisting Landowners
Learn MoreLearn how we assist private landowners to help them achieve their goals
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Addressing Wildland Fire Issues
Learn MoreWe are addressing increased wildfire activity around the country and its impact on society.
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Supporting State-led Initiatives
Learn MoreWe recognize the successful region-wide impact states have had on addressing emerging issues.
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Supporting Strong Markets
Learn MoreDiscover the importance of strong and diverse markets for forest sustainability
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Ensuring Sound Decisions
Learn MoreWe advocate for forest policy decisions founded on good science
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Encouraging Sustainable Communities
Learn MoreWe promote landscape-level community planning to promote retention of forestland.
