H.R.1779 - Stop Wasteful Allocations of Money for Pelosi Act; SWAMP Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1779, also known as the SWAMP Act, directs the Administrator of General Services to sell the property known as the Speaker Nancy Pelosi Federal Building. The bill stipulates that the sale should occur no later than May 31, 2025. It prioritizes disposal under existing federal property regulations, but allows for a fair market value sale if that's not feasible.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect would be the sale of the specified federal building. The proceeds from the sale could potentially be used for other government purposes, as determined by Congress. The bill's passage would also send a political message.
Potential Benefits
- Potential revenue generation for the government through the sale.
- Reduced costs associated with maintaining the property.
- Symbolic gesture of fiscal responsibility, depending on one's perspective.
- Opportunity for private sector development of the property.
- Possible alignment with efficient resource allocation.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential loss of a federal asset.
- Disruption of services or activities currently housed in the building.
- Possible costs associated with relocating government functions.
- Potential for political controversy and division.
- Uncertainty regarding the ultimate use of the property after sale.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with Congress's power to manage and dispose of federal property under Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 of the Constitution, which grants Congress the power to "dispose of and make all needful Rules and Regulations respecting the Territory or other Property belonging to the United States." The act of selling a building does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).