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AI Summary: This is a policy document, specifically an Executive Order issued by the President of the United States addressing national security concerns related to timber and lumber imports. This regulation establishes a policy to investigate and potentially address national security risks associated with imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products. The Executive Order directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a comprehensive investigation under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act to determine the effects of these imports on national security. The investigation will assess factors such as domestic production capacity, demand for timber and lumber, foreign supply chains, impact of foreign government subsidies, and potential trade policies. The Secretary must consult with the Secretary of Defense and submit a report within 270 days that includes findings on potential national security threats and recommendations for mitigating these threats, which may include tariffs, export controls, or incentives to increase domestic production. The order defines timber as unprocessed wood and lumber as processed wood that has been milled and cut into boards or planks. The investigation aims to ensure a reliable, secure, and resilient domestic supply chain for timber, lumber, and their derivative products, recognizing their critical importance to national security, economic strength, and industrial resilience.