; and (B) recognizes all the benefits of using forest biomass for energy, conservation, carbon storage, and responsible forest management; (2) not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, establish policies for the use of forest biomass as an energy solution, including policies that— (A) reflect the carbon-neutrality of forest bioenergy and recognize biomass as a renewable energy source, provided the use of forest biomass for energy production does not cause conversion of forests to non-forest use; and (B) encourage private investment throughout the forest biomass supply chain, including in— (i) working forests; (ii) harvesting operations; (iii) forest improvement operations; (iv) forest bioenergy production; (v) wood products manufacturing; or (vi) paper manufacturing; (3) encourage forest management to improve forest health; and (4) recognize State and Tribal initiatives to produce and use forest biomass. 303. Clarification of research and development program for cellulosic biochemical and bioplastics (a) In general The Secretary shall conduct performance-driven research and development and provide for education and technical assistance for the purpose of facilitating the use of cellulosic biochemical and bioplastics products in the United States. (b) Activities In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall— (1) after collaboration with the wood products industry, conservation organizations, and institutions of higher education, conduct research and development, and provide for education and technical assistance, at the Forest Products Laboratory or through the State and Private Forestry deputy area that meets measurable performance goals for the achievement of the priorities listed in subsection (c)