Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2025-01-03T20:58:42Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1868 Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/3/2025, 8:58 PM

Summary of Bill S 1868

Bill 118 s 1868, also known as the Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023, aims to enhance the security of federal properties by addressing vulnerabilities in adjacent areas. The bill focuses on improving coordination between federal agencies responsible for securing federal properties and local law enforcement agencies.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for assessing the security risks posed by adjacent areas to federal properties. This task force will develop strategies to mitigate these risks and improve coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased funding for security measures at federal properties, such as the installation of security cameras, fencing, and other physical barriers. The bill also calls for increased training for federal and local law enforcement officers to better respond to security threats. Overall, the Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023 aims to enhance the security of federal properties by addressing vulnerabilities in adjacent areas and improving coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies.

Congressional Summary of S 1868

Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023

This bill requires an interagency study to help agencies produce a security assessment process for space adjacent to space to be leased for high-security federal activities.

Specifically, the bill directs the General Services Administration (GSA), in coordination with the Federal Protective Service, the Department of Homeland Security, the Office of Management and Budget, and any other relevant entities, to carry out a governmentwide study examining options to assist agencies to produce a process to assess the security of adjacent space before entering into a lease or novation agreement for high-security space.

The GSA, in coordination with such entities, shall (1) establish a working group to assist in carrying out the study, and (2) report to Congress.

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Current Status of Bill S 1868

Bill S 1868 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since December 5, 2024. Bill S 1868 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 7, 2023. Bill S 1868's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1868

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1868

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Government buildings, facilities, and property

- Government studies and investigations

- Lease and rental services

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1868

Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023

A bill to require an interagency study to produce a security assessment process on adjacent space to high-security leased space to accommodate a Federal agency, and for other purposes.

Comments

Judah Diaz

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1 year ago

I luv this new bill! It's gonna make things so much safer and better for everyone. Can't wait to see how it all plays out! #excited #secureadjacentfedpropact2023