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D.C. Gains Control Over Chief Financial Officer's Salary

This act allows the District of Columbia to set the salary for its Chief Financial Officer independently. This means greater financial autonomy for the local D.C. government and could influence how the city's budget is managed.
Key points
The District of Columbia can now establish the pay rate for its Chief Financial Officer.
The Chief Financial Officer's salary cannot be reduced during their term of service.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6710
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Chief Financial Officer Salary Home Rule Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6710.

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 2023-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The District of Columbia can now establish the pay rate for its Chief Financial Officer.
  • The Chief Financial Officer's salary cannot be reduced during their term of service.
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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Local Government Economy