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Greater Legislative Autonomy for District of Columbia

This act aims to increase the independence of the District of Columbia by removing the requirement for local laws to be approved by the U.S. Congress. This means that D.C. authorities will be able to enact their own laws more quickly, potentially speeding up responses to residents' needs and local issues. These changes will take effect from October 1, 2021.
Key points
Elimination of U.S. Congress review for new District of Columbia laws.
D.C. authorities will have more freedom to create and implement their own regulations.
Accelerated legislative process in D.C., potentially leading to quicker resolution of local issues.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_411
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Legislative Autonomy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_411.

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 2021-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elimination of U.S. Congress review for new District of Columbia laws.
  • D.C. authorities will have more freedom to create and implement their own regulations.
  • Accelerated legislative process in D.C., potentially leading to quicker resolution of local issues.
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: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E51)

Is this summary verified?

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

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