What does Preamble of Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to establish a contracting preference for public buildings that utilize innovative wood products. The bill's stated purpose is to provide a preference in contracting for buildings constructed with innovative wood products. The bill was introduced by Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania, along with Ms. Salinas.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026.

What does MADE IN AMERICA MASS TIMBER. of Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026 do?

This section defines terms related to mass timber and public buildings, including 'Administrator,' 'innovative wood product,' 'innovative wood product facility,' 'mass timber,' 'public building,' 'restoration practices,' and 'Secretary'. It establishes a contracting preference for public buildings that utilize innovative wood products in their construction. To qualify for this preference, these products must be sourced from innovative wood product facilities located within the United States and harvested from forestlands within the United States, consistent with responsible sources. Responsible sources are defined as those certified by an independent standard or from jurisdictions with best management practices. Preference is also given to innovative wood products sourced from restoration practices, wildfire protection actions, or underserved forest owners. The Administrator is required to conduct a lifecycle assessment of new public buildings using innovative wood products within 180 days of the Act's enactment. A report detailing the results of this assessment must be submitted to Congress and made publicly available within 180 days of the assessment's completion.

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Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/11/2026 · Introduced: 5/29/2026

Author: Glenn Thompson (R-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a contracting preference for federal buildings that utilize innovative wood products sourced from U.S.-based facilities and responsibly harvested forestlands.
The bill prioritizes innovative wood products sourced from restoration practices, wildfire protection actions, or underserved forest owners.
The Administrator must conduct and report on a lifecycle assessment of new public buildings using innovative wood products within 180 days of enactment.

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