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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 local National Guard as state governors. This means the Mayor will be able to independently decide on the use of the Guard in cases of natural disasters or civil disturbances, without needing the U.S. President's approval. This change aims to streamline responses to local crises.
Key points
The D.C. Mayor gains full control over the District's National Guard, similar to state governors.
Decisions on using the Guard in crisis situations (e.g., disasters, civil unrest) will be made locally by the Mayor.
The change aims to improve responsiveness to sudden events in the District of Columbia.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_130
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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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_S_130.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The D.C. Mayor gains full control over the District's National Guard, similar to state governors.
  • Decisions on using the Guard in crisis situations (e.g., disasters, civil unrest) will be made locally by the Mayor.
  • The change aims to improve responsiveness to sudden events in the District of Columbia.
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 Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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