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Introduced
10/12/2017
10/12/2017
In Committee
11/16/2017
11/16/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Department of Defense Check Before You Rent Act
AI Summary
This bill, the Department of Defense Check Before You Rent Act, would amend existing law to require the Secretary of a military department to certify the feasibility of using existing Department of Defense property before acquiring or leasing new real estate. Specifically, the Secretary would need to evaluate whether suitable space is available on DOD property, whether leasing new property would be more cost-effective, and whether using DOD property would interfere with ongoing military missions. This certification requirement would apply to all real estate transactions starting in fiscal year 2018 and beyond.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness. (on 11/16/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/4046/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr4046/BILLS-115hr4046ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr4046/BILLS-115hr4046ih.pdf.pdf |
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