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District of Columbia Courts: Updating Language for Intellectual Disabilities.

This act changes how District of Columbia courts refer to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Outdated and stigmatizing terms will be replaced with more appropriate language in legal documents. This aims to improve dignity and respect for these individuals within the legal system.
Key points
Introduces new, more respectful terminology for individuals with intellectual disabilities in District of Columbia court statutes.
Replaces terms like "substantially retarded persons" with "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities" in court documents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6163
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Words Matter for the District of Columbia Courts Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6163.

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 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces new, more respectful terminology for individuals with intellectual disabilities in District of Columbia court statutes.
  • Replaces terms like "substantially retarded persons" with "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities" in court documents.
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: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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Courts and Law