Economic development: other; mass timber loan and technical assistance programs and mass timber revolving loan fund; create. Amends sec. 9 of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2009) & adds ch. 8F.

Michigan Senate Bill 1191, introduced by Senator Samir Singh on October 1, 2026, aims to promote the use of mass timber in construction projects across the state. The bill proposes the creation of a mass timber revolving loan fund to provide financial assistance for various stages of mass timber construction, including pre-development, construction gap financing, and support for manufacturing and supply chain expansion. Additionally, the bill seeks to establish technical assistance programs to support the successful implementation of mass timber projects. It also proposes amendments to existing legislation to facilitate these initiatives. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/SB1191/2025?utm_source=openai))

MI SB1191 is a senate bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by Samir Singh (D), currently “Introduced” since October 1, 2026.

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The Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program has been actively supporting mass timber projects statewide, awarding $350,000 and technical assistance to nine building projects in February 2026. This initiative reflects growing interest and investment in mass timber construction in Michigan. ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/newsroom/releases/2026/02/05/mass-timber-catalyst-program-awards-funding-assistance-across-state?utm_source=openai)) The introduction of Senate Bill 1191 aligns with these efforts, potentially providing additional resources and support to further develop the mass timber industry in the state.

As of now, there is no significant media coverage or public commentary expressing opposition to Senate Bill 1191. The bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced on October 1, 2026, and referred to the Senate Committee on Economic and Community Development. Therefore, it is too early to assess any potential negative reactions or concerns regarding the bill.