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Electronic Submission of District of Columbia Legislation to Congress

This new law allows the District of Columbia to send its legislative acts to the U.S. Congress electronically, rather than solely in paper form. This streamlines the legislative process and could lead to faster consideration of local laws, potentially improving the efficiency of District governance.
Key points
Permits the District of Columbia to transmit acts and amendments to Congress electronically.
Congress will treat electronic documents the same as paper ones.
The change aims to modernize and streamline administrative procedures.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7941
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-06-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Electronic Transmittal of Legislation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7941.

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 2022-06-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Permits the District of Columbia to transmit acts and amendments to Congress electronically.
  • Congress will treat electronic documents the same as paper ones.
  • The change aims to modernize and streamline administrative procedures.
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 in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 17.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Local Government Courts and Law Informatization