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Preference for Mass Timber in Federal Buildings: Supporting Innovation and Forests

This new act establishes a preference for federal buildings that use innovative wood products sourced from the U.S. Its goal is to support the American timber industry, create jobs, and promote sustainable forest management. Citizens may indirectly benefit from local economic growth and more environmentally friendly public construction.
Key points
The U.S. government will prioritize federal and military buildings that use innovative wood products, such as mass timber.
The wood must come from U.S. manufacturing facilities and forests, supporting local producers and foresters.
Preference will be given to wood sourced sustainably, including from wildfire-prone areas or from underserved forest owners.
A lifecycle assessment will be conducted to evaluate the environmental impact of these buildings, specifically their global warming potential.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1094
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2025-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1094.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will prioritize federal and military buildings that use innovative wood products, such as mass timber.
  • The wood must come from U.S. manufacturing facilities and forests, supporting local producers and foresters.
  • Preference will be given to wood sourced sustainably, including from wildfire-prone areas or from underserved forest owners.
  • A lifecycle assessment will be conducted to evaluate the environmental impact of these buildings, specifically their global warming potential.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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