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To authorize the Comptroller General of the United States to assess a study on the alternatives for the disposition of Plum Island Animal Disease Center, and for other purposes.

4/7/2025, 3:40 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1887

Bill 114 hr 1887, also known as the "Plum Island Animal Disease Center Disposition Study Act," aims to authorize the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the various options for the future of the Plum Island Animal Disease Center. The Plum Island Animal Disease Center is a research facility located off the coast of Long Island, New York, that studies and develops vaccines for animal diseases.

The bill seeks to explore alternative options for the disposition of the facility, which could include selling the land, transferring ownership to another entity, or repurposing the facility for a different use. The study will assess the potential economic, environmental, and public health impacts of each option.

In addition to studying the alternatives for the disposition of the Plum Island Animal Disease Center, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These purposes are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, the bill aims to provide Congress with valuable information and analysis to inform decision-making regarding the future of the Plum Island Animal Disease Center. It is important to note that the bill does not mandate any specific action to be taken regarding the facility, but rather seeks to assess the various options available for its disposition.

Current Status of Bill HR 1887

Bill HR 1887 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 16, 2015. Bill HR 1887 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on April 16, 2015.  Bill HR 1887's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 26, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1887

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1887

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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