Scott Perry (R-PA)
Strengthening Oversight in Public Buildings Act
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Introduced, nothing more yet
Formally proposed, and not yet handed to a committee.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Strengthening Oversight in Public Buildings Act. It makes changes to the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 and the Federal Assets Sale and Transfer Act. The legislation gives the Comptroller General access to specific data and reports. It also sets up requirements and oversight for federal agencies that have independent leasing authorities. Additionally, the bill allows a Federal building to be kept and used as swing space to help sell or renovate other buildings under certain conditions. Finally, it extends the end date of the Public Buildings Board to December 31, 2028, and gives that board access to utilization data.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +2
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill increases oversight of agency leasing authorities and building retention costs.
- Scored +2
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill mandates data sharing with the Comptroller General and specific committees to increase transparency.
- Scored +1
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill facilitates more efficient management of federal building sales and renovations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2 ensures that the Comptroller General gets all data and reports. This is positive because it provides better watch over how things are handled.
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Section 2 requires a list of all agencies with independent leasing authorities to be submitted to congressional committees and the Comptroller General. This holds officials accountable by tracking which agencies lease office space.
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Section 3 allows a Federal building to be used as swing space for selling or renovating other Federal buildings, provided the cost does not exceed savings and annual plans are submitted to Congress. This can help save money during building sales and renovations.
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Section 4 gives the Public Buildings Reform Board access to utilization data and extends the board until December 31, 2028. This helps keep the board active to look over public buildings.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly mention any potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Economy And Finance
- Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill increases oversight of agency leasing authorities and building retention costs. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill facilitates more efficient management of federal building sales and renovations.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates data sharing with the Comptroller General and specific committees to increase transparency. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill increases federal oversight of agency leasing and building management.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The bill improves management of federal public buildings through enhanced data access and oversight.
- 9/15/2026
- Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- 9/9/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
- 9/8/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House