What does the General Services Administration (GSA) do?
The General Services Administration (GSA) is an independent agency responsible for managing and supporting the basic functioning of federal agencies. Its primary mission includes supplying products and services for US government offices, including real estate, acquisition, and technology services. It was established in 1949.
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How much does the General Services Administration spend?
The General Services Administration accounted for <0.1% of all federal spending in FY 2024.
Share of GSA net spending compared to the top ten highest spending agencies in FY 2024
The General Services Administration’s federal spending in FY 2024 was lower than in FY 1980.
Yearly federal net spending by GSA, adjusted for inflation (2024 dollars), FYs 1980–2024
The General Services Administration offset 0.0037% of overall federal spending in FY 2024.
Percentage of federal budget dedicated to GSA, FYs 1980–2024
How did the General Services Administration spend its budget in 2024?
Federal government net spending isolated to GSA, FY 2024
How many people work for the General Services Administration?
The number of federal employees working for the General Services Administration has increased 4.9% since 2010.
Number of federal employees working for GSA, September 2010–2024
Who leads the General Services Administration?
The GSA is led by an Administrator. This individual is nominated by the President and must be confirmed by the Senate. The Administrator serves at the discretion of the President. The term of the Administrator typically ends when the appointee resigns, is replaced, or when a new President takes office and appoints a new Administrator.
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