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Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 388

Bill 118 hr 388, also known as the Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to revoke the authority of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to enter into or renew leases for real estate.

If passed, this bill would require the SEC to seek approval from the General Services Administration (GSA) before entering into any new real estate leases. The GSA would then be responsible for overseeing and approving all real estate leasing decisions made by the SEC.

Supporters of the bill argue that it will increase transparency and accountability in the SEC's real estate leasing practices, as well as save taxpayer money by ensuring that all leasing decisions are made in accordance with federal guidelines. Critics, however, are concerned that this bill could potentially hinder the SEC's ability to secure necessary office space and facilities in a timely manner. Overall, the Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to change the way the SEC handles its real estate leasing decisions. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate remains uncertain.

Congressional Summary of HR 388

Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act

This bill revokes the authority of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to lease general purpose office space and instead provides for the General Services Administration to lease such space for the SEC. The bill's provisions do not affect those leases entered into by the SEC before this bill's enactment.

The Government Accountability Office must (1) complete a review under which it shall update a 2016 report with respect to independent leasing authorities, and (2) report to Congress on the review.

Current Status of Bill HR 388

Bill HR 388 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 388 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 17, 2023.  Bill HR 388's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of January 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 388

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 388

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Lease and rental services
- Public contracts and procurement
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 388

Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act
Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act
Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act
To amend title 40, United States Code, to eliminate the leasing authority of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and for other purposes.

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