arrow_back Back to App

Restoring D.C. Police Negotiation Rights and Disciplinary Timelines

This act restores the right for District of Columbia law enforcement officers to negotiate disciplinary matters through collective bargaining. It also reinstates the statute of limitations for disciplinary cases against members and civilian employees of the Metropolitan Police Department. These changes affect how disciplinary actions are handled within the D.C. police force, impacting their rights and responsibilities.
Key points
D.C. police officers regain the right to collectively bargain on disciplinary issues.
Time limits for bringing disciplinary cases against D.C. police and civilian employees are restored.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5798
Sponsor: Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Nation’s Capital Emergency Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5798.

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 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • D.C. police officers regain the right to collectively bargain on disciplinary issues.
  • Time limits for bringing disciplinary cases against D.C. police and civilian employees are restored.
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. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 735.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Courts and Law Labor Local Government