SWAMP Act

1/17/2025, 1:09 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 22, also known as the "Headquarters Relocation Act," aims to create a competitive bidding process for the relocation of the headquarters of Executive agencies within the United States. The bill seeks to streamline the process of relocating agency headquarters by requiring agencies to submit proposals for relocation and allowing for competitive bids from various cities or states.

The purpose of this bill is to ensure that the relocation of agency headquarters is done in a transparent and cost-effective manner. By establishing a competitive bidding process, the bill aims to prevent favoritism or bias in the selection of new headquarters locations.

The bill also includes provisions for the evaluation of bids based on factors such as cost, accessibility, and impact on agency operations. Additionally, the bill requires agencies to provide a detailed justification for the relocation of their headquarters, including an analysis of the potential benefits and drawbacks of the move. Overall, Bill 119 s 22 seeks to promote efficiency and accountability in the relocation of agency headquarters, while also ensuring that the process is fair and transparent.
Congress
119

Number
S - 22

Introduced on
2025-01-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/7/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 22, also known as the "Headquarters Relocation Act," aims to create a competitive bidding process for the relocation of the headquarters of Executive agencies within the United States. The bill seeks to streamline the process of relocating agency headquarters by requiring agencies to submit proposals for relocation and allowing for competitive bids from various cities or states.

The purpose of this bill is to ensure that the relocation of agency headquarters is done in a transparent and cost-effective manner. By establishing a competitive bidding process, the bill aims to prevent favoritism or bias in the selection of new headquarters locations.

The bill also includes provisions for the evaluation of bids based on factors such as cost, accessibility, and impact on agency operations. Additionally, the bill requires agencies to provide a detailed justification for the relocation of their headquarters, including an analysis of the potential benefits and drawbacks of the move. Overall, Bill 119 s 22 seeks to promote efficiency and accountability in the relocation of agency headquarters, while also ensuring that the process is fair and transparent.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to establish a competitive bidding process for the relocation of the headquarters of Executive agencies, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Action1/7/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.