FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_487.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-02-16.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Federal agencies must perform a cost-benefit analysis before relocating a significant number of positions (more than 5% or 100 employees).
- Analysis reports must include detailed employee engagement plans, stakeholder impact assessments, and diversity management strategies.
- The agency's Inspector General must review the report and submit findings to Congress, ensuring legislative oversight of public spending.
- The results of the cost-benefit analysis will be made publicly available, increasing transparency and allowing citizens to evaluate the justification for relocations.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
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.