Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026
Bill Summary
Requires federal buildings to use mass timber products, Funds research and development of mass timber in federal construction projects.
Sponsored By
Bill Journey
- May 29, 2026
- Jun 11, 2026You Are Here
The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects federal building contractors and construction workers, potentially changing the materials they use and the way they build, and also impacts the mass timber industry by increasing demand for their products.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Republican1
Documents
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Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.
Bill Details
- Economy
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