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Honors Voting Rights for D.C. Veterans

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Honors Voting Rights for D.C. Veterans

IntroducedMay 21, 2025

1 year ago

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House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Why This Matters

This resolution honors the military service of D.C. residents and highlights their lack of voting rights and local government control.

If you are a veteran living in D.C., this resolution supports your right to voting representation in Congress.

Who this affects

active duty servicemembers · National Guard members · reservists · veterans

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution recognizes the lack of voting representation for D.C. residents who serve in the military.
2It highlights that approximately 30,000 veterans living in D.C. do not have full local self-government.
3The resolution is set to be acknowledged on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025.
4It calls for the passage of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act to grant statehood.
5The resolution emphasizes the historical sacrifices made by D.C. residents in various wars.

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House

IntroducedCurrentMay 21, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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