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Changes to Residency Rules for Federal Officials in D.C.

This bill modifies the residency requirements for federal judges, attorneys, marshals, and court clerks. Previously, some of these officials were required to reside in the District of Columbia, but this requirement has now been removed. These changes only apply to individuals appointed after the law's enactment.
Key points
Federal judges and attorneys are no longer required to reside in the District of Columbia, offering them more flexibility in choosing their homes.
The changes also affect federal marshals and court clerks who previously had similar residency restrictions.
The new rules apply only to individuals appointed to these positions after the bill becomes law, not to current officials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3786
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-06-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Federal Officials Residency Equality Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3786.

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 2021-06-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal judges and attorneys are no longer required to reside in the District of Columbia, offering them more flexibility in choosing their homes.
  • The changes also affect federal marshals and court clerks who previously had similar residency restrictions.
  • The new rules apply only to individuals appointed to these positions after the bill becomes law, not to current officials.
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 Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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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