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Recognizing D.C. Veterans and Calling for Statehood

This resolution recognizes the service of District of Columbia veterans and condemns their lack of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government. It calls for D.C. statehood, which would grant residents full voting rights and control over local affairs, similar to other states.
Key points
Recognizes the service of District of Columbia veterans who served without full Congressional representation.
Condemns the denial of voting rights and full local self-government for D.C. residents.
Calls for D.C. to become the 51st state, granting residents full voting rights and control over local affairs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_787
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-11-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_787.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognizes the service of District of Columbia veterans who served without full Congressional representation.
  • Condemns the denial of voting rights and full local self-government for D.C. residents.
  • Calls for D.C. to become the 51st state, granting residents full voting rights and control over local affairs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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