The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6027, aims to establish a state procurement standard that prioritizes the use of low-embodied carbon construction materials in specific state construction projects. The bill mandates that the Departments of Administrative Services and Transportation develop a procurement standard that favors materials such as low-embodied carbon concrete and mass timber in any construction projects they oversee.

The intent of this legislation is to reduce carbon emissions associated with state construction activities by promoting environmentally friendly materials. By implementing this procurement preference, the bill seeks to encourage sustainable building practices and contribute to the state's overall environmental goals.