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Ends Local Control for Washington D.C.
Recent Bills/Ends Local Control for Washington D.C.

Ends Local Control for Washington D.C.

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Introduced1 year ago
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Why This Matters

This bill repeals the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, which currently allows Washington D.C. to govern itself in local matters.

If you live in Washington D.C., this bill takes away your local government control starting in 2026.
Who this affects
residents of Washington D.C.
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill would remove the local government authority granted to Washington D.C. residents.
  2. 2Residents would lose the ability to make their own laws and decisions on local matters.
  3. 3The bill takes effect one year after it is signed into law.
  4. 4Supporters argue it increases federal oversight of the district.
  5. 5Opponents believe it undermines democracy for D.C. residents.

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IntroducedCurrentJan 15, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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Donald Trump
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