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Legislative Changes: COVID-19 Vaccinations, D.C. Voting Rights, and Criminal Code

This document addresses the consideration of three key issues: terminating the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for foreign travelers, disapproving the D.C. Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act, and disapproving the D.C. Revised Criminal Code Act. Citizens may experience changes in travel regulations, as well as local voting and criminal law in D.C.
Key points
Termination of COVID-19 vaccination proof for foreign travelers, simplifying international travel.
Potential disapproval of a law granting voting rights to non-residents in the District of Columbia, impacting local elections.
Potential disapproval of changes to the District of Columbia's criminal code, which could maintain existing rules on crimes and penalties.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-02-07
For 217
Against 208
Abstain 0
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Status:
Adopted
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Additional Information
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 185) to terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 26) disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.
Print number: HRES 97
Sponsor: Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23]
Process start date: 2023-02-07
Voting date: 2023-02-07
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 109
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Legislative Changes: COVID-19 Vaccinations, D.C. Voting Rights, and Criminal Code

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 97.

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 2023-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Termination of COVID-19 vaccination proof for foreign travelers, simplifying international travel.
  • Potential disapproval of a law granting voting rights to non-residents in the District of Columbia, impacting local elections.
  • Potential disapproval of changes to the District of Columbia's criminal code, which could maintain existing rules on crimes and penalties.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 208 (Roll no. 109). (text: CR H720)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HRES 97

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