HR. 214In Committee
District of Columbia Legislative Home Rule Act
Eliminates Congress's authority to review and nullify newly enacted District of Columbia laws, ending the current disapproval process
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Eliminates Congress's authority to review and nullify newly enacted District of Columbia laws, ending the current disapproval process
Key points
- Repeal congressional review process
- Terminate nullification of DC laws
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-06 — Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Topics and policy areas
undefinedCongressional oversightDistrict of ColumbiaGovernment Operations and PoliticsIntergovernmental relationsLegislative rules and procedureState and local government operations