MBI Seals
The modular industry's program dedicated to eliminating barriers to industry growth.
Support Our Efforts to Grow & Protect the Industry
MBI's focus is to identify, reduce, and remove barriers while capitalizing on opportunities in key markets.
In recent years, these funds have been used to help defeat the expansion of the Davis-Bacon Act into modular factories, develop new industry standards in the U.S. and Canada, create new modular-friendly building code language, and to defeat anti-industry legislation and regulations at numerous state, provincial, and federal levels.
We are asking all MBI members support this effort. Manufacturers can purchase one $20 MBI Seal for each new module constructed, while all other companies can make a donation in any amount and elect whether or not to receive an equivalent number of Seals.
Learn More About Government Affairs
Some of the most important work we do involves removing legislative barriers, helping to create industry-friendly codes and regulations, and connecting our members with the governmental agencies that govern their activities.
Learn more about our ongoing efforts here.
Government Affairs Articles
Go beyond our regular updates with these exclusive, in-depth articles detailing MBI's government affairs efforts and the impacts they're having on MBI members and the modular construction industry at-large.
MBI Opposes Oregon House Bill 2688A
MBI Opposes Oregon House Bill 2688A For over 40 years, Modular Building Institute (MBI) has been the leading voice for the modular building industry, representing over 600 modular builders, designers, and suppliers throughout the United States and across the globe. Our members in Oregon include women-owned businesses that can complete public works projects faster and…
MBI Issues Policy Position on Tariffs & Their Impact on Modular Construction
MBI Issues Policy Position on Tariffs and Their Impact on Modular Construction On behalf of the international modular construction industry, the Modular Building Institute  (MBI) strongly opposes the imposition of tariffs on prefabricated buildings, construction materials, and related components. Tariffs increase the cost of construction, reduce affordability for housing, and hinder the growth of a…
A Huge Win for the Modular Construction Industry in Massachusetts
In early February, 2024, the Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) released its proposed 10th Edition building codes. This draft included several amendments targeting modular construction that would have created an extremely difficult environment for the entire modular industry and could have eliminated the industry entirely in the state.