Plain English Summary
This bill allows certain educational organizations and state agencies to more quickly obtain surplus and decommissioned federal materials and property without following standard procedures. Educational nonprofits can access surplus federal property for educational purposes, and state agencies can access it for public safety purposes.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill reduces bureaucratic delays that waste time and resources. Educational organizations and public safety agencies could obtain needed equipment and materials faster and more efficiently from federal surplus supplies, allowing schools and safety programs to serve communities better without the costs and delays of standard procurement processes.
Arguments Against
Opponents may be concerned about bypassing standard oversight procedures that ensure accountability and competitive fairness. They might worry that expedited processes could reduce transparency, create opportunities for misuse of federal property, or disadvantage other organizations that follow regular procurement rules.
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Sponsors
Cosponsors (11)
Representative · District 12
Representative · District 52
Representative · District 84
Representative · District 6
Representative · District 5
Representative · District 26
Representative · District 23
Representative · District 109
Representative · District 68
Representative · District 74
Representative · District 97
Vote Breakdown (1 roll call)
Final Vote
On: Second Reading
Party Breakdown