Critical Access for Veterans Care Act

Senate Bill

S. 1868

119th Congress

Critical Access for Veterans Care Act

In Committee

Introduced:May 22, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Gary C. Peters

Senator

Democratic

MI

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Summary

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with several government agencies to conduct a study on how to improve the security assessment process for federal facilities and the surrounding areas before leasing or transferring high-security government space.

Latest Action

Held at the desk.

SponsorGary C. Peters (D-MI)

Introduced5/22/2025

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

ChamberSenate

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Critical Access for Veterans Care Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with several government agencies to conduct a study on how to improve the security assessment process for federal facilities and the surrounding areas before leasing or transferring hig

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This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with several government agencies to conduct a study on how to improve the security assessment process for federal facilities and the surrounding areas before leasing or transferring high-security government space.

Bill Number: 1868
Sponsor: Gary C. Peters (D-MI)
Introduced: 5/22/2025
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics

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Fact Sheet

Title: Critical Access for Veterans Care Act
Bill Number: 1868
Sponsor: Gary C. Peters (D-MI)
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced: 5/22/2025
Summary: This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with several government agencies to conduct a study on how to improve the security assessment process for federal facilities and the surrounding areas before leasing or transferring high-security government space.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with several government agencies to conduct a study on how to improve the security assessment process for federal facilities and the surrounding areas before leasing or transferring high-security government space.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of 2023This bill requires an interagency study to help agencies produce a security assessment process for space adjacent to space to be leased for high-security federal activities.Specifically, the bill directs the General Services Administration (GSA), in coordination with the Federal Protective Service, the Department of Homeland Security, the Office of Management and Budget, and any other relevant entities, to carry out a governmentwide study examining options to assist agencies to produce a process to assess the security of adjacent space before entering into a lease or novation agreement for high-security space.The GSA, in coordination with such entities, shall (1) establish a working group to assist in carrying out the study, and (2) report to Congress.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill directs the GSA to establish a working group to assist in carrying out the security assessment study.
The study aims to help federal agencies create a standardized process to evaluate the security of adjacent spaces before leasing or transferring high-security facilities.
The goal is to enhance the security of sensitive government operations and buildings by considering the risks posed by nearby areas.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If enacted, this bill would impact federal agencies responsible for national security, public safety, and government operations. It could lead to more robust security measures and risk mitigation strategies for high-security federal facilities, ultimately protecting government assets and the public from potential threats.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Related Subjects

Congressional oversight

Government buildings, facilities, and property

Government studies and investigations

Lease and rental services

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1868, 119th Congress (2025). "Critical Access for Veterans Care Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-1868

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