Ohio Lawmakers Propose Relocating NASA Headquarters to Cleveland

A bipartisan group argues the move would save costs, decentralize federal agencies, and leverage Ohio’s aerospace heritage.

Ohio lawmakers, including members of both parties, have formally requested the relocation of NASA headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Cleveland by 2028, when the agency's current lease expires.
The proposal highlights Ohio's rich aerospace history, lower operational costs, and its role as a hub for advanced technology, research, and manufacturing.
The group suggests Cleveland's NASA Glenn Research Center as a potential site, citing its existing infrastructure and capacity for redevelopment.
The lawmakers argue that relocating NASA aligns with the Trump administration’s broader goals of decentralizing federal agencies and improving government efficiency.
Other states, including Florida and Texas, are also vying to host NASA's headquarters, with their governors making competing pitches.