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Tariff refunds hit $86B paid, with $49B June surge

The U.S. government has officially refunded $86.3 billion in Trump administration tariffs following a landmark 6-3 Supreme Court ruling last February that struck down the sweeping import taxes as unconstitutional. Since the ruling, more than 330,000 businesses have submitted claims for more than $166 billion in duties collected. 

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Bliffert Lumber names Josh Brown CEO and president

STURTEVANT, Wis. — Josh Brown recently assumed the role of CEO and president for Bliffert Lumber.As part of a broader leadership transition at the 122-year-old company, Jay Walsh was promoted as chief operating officer. Longtime leader Eli Bliffert will transition from his role as CEO and president to serve as chairman of Bliffert Lumber’s Board of Directors.

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Carolina Structural Systems expansion expected to boost Virginia forestry, manufacturing jobs

The investment by Rural Development Partners via New Market Tax Credits will help construct a new 53,480 sq.ft. manufacturing facility, positioned to serve major markets spanning from Richmond, Virginia to Atlanta, Georgia. The expansion will solidify the footprint of regional forestry products while reinforcing their commitment to responsible growth across the Southeast sector of the nation.