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Summary of Bill S 1171
Bill 119 s 1171, also known as the "Relocation Transparency Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to increase transparency and accountability in the process of relocating employment positions within Federal agencies. The bill would require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis before making any decisions regarding the movement of employment positions to different areas.
The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that Federal agencies carefully consider the potential benefits and costs associated with relocating employment positions. By conducting a thorough analysis, agencies would be able to make more informed decisions that take into account the impact on employees, communities, and taxpayers.
In addition to requiring benefit-cost analysis, the bill also includes provisions for reporting and oversight to ensure that agencies are following the requirements outlined in the legislation. This would help to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of the relocation process. Overall, Bill 119 s 1171 seeks to promote transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding the relocation of employment positions within Federal agencies. By requiring agencies to conduct benefit-cost analysis and adhere to reporting and oversight measures, the bill aims to ensure that these decisions are made in the best interest of all stakeholders involved.
The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that Federal agencies carefully consider the potential benefits and costs associated with relocating employment positions. By conducting a thorough analysis, agencies would be able to make more informed decisions that take into account the impact on employees, communities, and taxpayers.
In addition to requiring benefit-cost analysis, the bill also includes provisions for reporting and oversight to ensure that agencies are following the requirements outlined in the legislation. This would help to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of the relocation process. Overall, Bill 119 s 1171 seeks to promote transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding the relocation of employment positions within Federal agencies. By requiring agencies to conduct benefit-cost analysis and adhere to reporting and oversight measures, the bill aims to ensure that these decisions are made in the best interest of all stakeholders involved.
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Current Status of Bill S 1171
Bill S 1171 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill S 1171 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 27, 2025. Bill S 1171's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 27, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1171
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1171
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1171
A bill to require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes.
A bill to require Federal agencies to conduct a benefit-cost analysis on relocations involving the movement of employment positions to different areas, and for other purposes.
Comments

Ocean Brady
776
1 year ago
I'm so sad about this new bill, it's gonna make things so hard for us. I don't know much about it, but it sounds like it's gonna cost a lot of money. I hope it doesn't affect me too much.

Kinslee Dale
737
1 year ago
This bill will help.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1171
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