Representative Wesley Bell introduced the Vacancy to Value Act of 2026, focusing on redeveloping unused federal properties for community benefit.
Quiver AI Summary
Representative Bell introduces new legislation: On May 22, 2026, Representative Wesley Bell (D-Mo.) announced the introduction of the Vacancy to Value Act of 2026. This legislative proposal aims to facilitate the redevelopment of vacant federal properties into affordable housing and community facilities by establishing a pilot program and grants through the General Services Administration (GSA) and HUD.
Key features of the proposed act: The act intends to promote community revitalization by supporting projects that create affordable housing, improve infrastructure, and establish essential services. Entities acquiring properties would need to submit redevelopment plans and commence projects within five years, ensuring accountability through specific obligations.
Bell on community impact: Rep. Bell emphasized the importance of utilizing vacant federal assets to address rising housing costs and economic challenges. He stated, “This bill creates a pathway to use these spaces to uplift the community, bringing more opportunities for resources and services to those who need it most.”
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Wesley Bell Fundraising
Wesley Bell recently disclosed $618.1K of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 15th, 2026. This was the 167th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. 71.3% came from individual donors.
Bell disclosed $241.8K of spending. This was the 406th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Bell disclosed $1.2M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 353rd most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Wesley Bell's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Wesley Bell Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Wesley Bell:
- H.R.8846: To improve tornado detection, forecasting, warning dissemination, and community resilience, and for other purposes.
- H.R.8599: St. Louis Postal Accountability and Reform Act
- H.R.7998: BRIDGE Act
- H.R.7814: To establish an independent statutory commission within the legislative branch responsible for ensuring oversight, transparency, and accountability over the Department of Justice operations and handling of the Epstein Files, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7746: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 8390 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri, as the "Chuck Stone Post Office".
- H.R.7570: Reinvest in Public Schools Act of 2026
You can track bills proposed by Wesley Bell on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Bell.
2026 Missouri's 1st Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $40,070,790 of spending in Missouri's 1st congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $31,057,767 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- UNITED DEMOCRACY PROJECT ('UDP') ($17,197,078)
- JUSTICE DEMOCRATS PAC ($4,016,085)
- FAIRSHAKE ($2,813,046)
- MAINSTREAM DEMOCRATS PAC ($2,497,359)
- WORKING FAMILIES PARTY PAC ($1,601,320)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Missouri's 1st congressional district election.
