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D.C. Mayor Gains Control Over National Guard

This act grants the Mayor of the District of Columbia the same authority over the D.C. National Guard as state governors have over their respective National Guards. This means decisions regarding the D.C. National Guard, such as appointing officers or calling for duty, will be made locally rather than by the U.S. President. The change aims to increase the District of Columbia's autonomy in managing its own defense forces.
Key points
The D.C. Mayor becomes the Commander-in-Chief of the D.C. National Guard, taking over many roles previously held by the U.S. President.
The Mayor will decide on officer appointments, reserve corps management, and calls to duty for the D.C. National Guard.
The changes aim to align the District of Columbia's status with that of other states regarding National Guard administration.
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Print number: 117_HR_657
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_657.

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 2021-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The D.C. Mayor becomes the Commander-in-Chief of the D.C. National Guard, taking over many roles previously held by the U.S. President.
  • The Mayor will decide on officer appointments, reserve corps management, and calls to duty for the D.C. National Guard.
  • The changes aim to align the District of Columbia's status with that of other states regarding National Guard administration.
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 House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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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