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Congress Seeks to Block D.C. Local Resident Voting Rights Expansion

This Congressional resolution aims to overturn a D.C. Council decision that expanded local voting rights for certain residents. If Congress passes this resolution, the D.C. law will be blocked, preventing newly included residents from voting in local elections. This represents a direct federal intervention into the District of Columbia's local electoral rules.
Key points
Congress is attempting to disapprove the D.C. law expanding local voting rights (Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022).
If the resolution passes, the rules defining who can participate in local D.C. elections will remain unchanged.
The action highlights the federal government's oversight power over the District of Columbia's local governance.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SJRES_5
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2023-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SJRES_5.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress is attempting to disapprove the D.C. law expanding local voting rights (Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022).
  • If the resolution passes, the rules defining who can participate in local D.C. elections will remain unchanged.
  • The action highlights the federal government's oversight power over the District of Columbia's local governance.
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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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