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D.C. National Guard Commander Must Reside in District of Columbia

New law mandates the commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard to reside within the District of Columbia. This change aims to ensure that a key figure responsible for local security is more closely connected to the community they protect. The provision will take effect one year after the law's enactment.
Key points
The Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard will be required to live in the District of Columbia.
This change aims to enhance local engagement and understanding of community needs by the commander.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6361
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6361.

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 2022-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard will be required to live in the District of Columbia.
  • This change aims to enhance local engagement and understanding of community needs by the commander.
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: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 17.

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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Security Local Government