Relocation of Executive Agency Headquarters Outside Washington D.C.
This bill prohibits locating the headquarters of Executive agencies in the Washington metropolitan area, subject to specific exclusions such as the Department of Defense and Homeland Security. The General Services Administration must establish a competitive bidding process for States and local governments to propose relocation sites. For existing headquarters remaining in the area, the bill prohibits new construction, major renovations, and the renewal of lease agreements.
Key points
Executive agencies (with statutory exceptions) are prohibited from locating headquarters in the Washington metropolitan area.
States and local governments can submit proposals through a competitive bidding process to host agency headquarters.
Selection criteria include the impact on workforce development, local expertise relevant to the agency's mission, and national security interests.
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