Three federal properties in Utah, including the IRS Service Center in Ogden, the St. George Federal Building, and the Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building in Salt Lake, are among hundreds designated for disposal by the GSA. These buildings are considered “non-core” and have become functionally obsolete due to funding deficiencies. Nationally, over 400 properties are set to be closed or sold, with the GSA managing more than 360 million square feet of rentable space. The initiative aims to reduce government spending and eliminate underutilized office space.
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A bill in Utah aims to address the impact of investors on first-time homebuyers by requiring buyers of single-family homes in Salt Lake County to sign an affidavit stating their intent to live in the home for at least a year if purchased within the first 30 days on the market. While supporters argue it could increase home ownership, opponents express concerns about disrupting the real estate market and potential violations of fair housing laws. The bill was held in committee after mixed feedback from lawmakers and the public.
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