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Appalachian Regional Commission Relocation: Closer to People, Lower Costs.

This act aims to move the Appalachian Regional Commission's headquarters from Washington D.C. to the Appalachian region. The goal is to bring the Commission closer to the people it serves and reduce its operating costs, potentially leading to more efficient use of public funds.
Key points
The Appalachian Regional Commission's headquarters will move to the Appalachian region, aiming to increase its accessibility to local communities.
The relocation is intended to lower the Commission's administrative costs, potentially freeing up funds for other regional initiatives.
The move is to be implemented within one year of the act's enactment, with a possible extension.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4318
Sponsor: Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
Process start date: 2021-07-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Appalachian Regional Commission Relocation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4318.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Appalachian Regional Commission's headquarters will move to the Appalachian region, aiming to increase its accessibility to local communities.
  • The relocation is intended to lower the Commission's administrative costs, potentially freeing up funds for other regional initiatives.
  • The move is to be implemented within one year of the act's enactment, with a possible extension.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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