S. 1171, titled the “COST of Relocations Act,” aims to ensure Federal agencies conduct a benefit-cost analysis before moving employment positions to different locations. The bill requires that agencies submit this analysis to their Office of Inspector General, which then...
Simple Explanation
S. 1171 wants U.S. government agencies to do a check like a "pros and cons" list before moving jobs to new places, to make sure it's a good idea and tell others about it. This is to be fair with money and help the government do its work better.