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Increased Congressional Oversight of District of Columbia Laws

This bill increases Congress's control over local laws in the District of Columbia. It extends the review period for D.C. laws and makes it easier for Congress to disapprove specific provisions, not just entire acts. This means local decisions in D.C. will face stricter federal oversight, potentially impacting how quickly local changes can be implemented.
Key points
Extends the Congressional review period for D.C. laws from 30 to 60 days.
Congress can now disapprove specific provisions within D.C. laws, not just the entire act.
Streamlines Congressional procedures for disapproving D.C. local laws.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2375
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2023-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2375.

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 2023-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the Congressional review period for D.C. laws from 30 to 60 days.
  • Congress can now disapprove specific provisions within D.C. laws, not just the entire act.
  • Streamlines Congressional procedures for disapproving D.C. local laws.
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 Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

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

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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Local Government Courts and Law