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D.C. Sister City Ban with Foreign Adversary Countries.

New legislation prohibits the District of Columbia government from forming new sister city relationships with countries deemed foreign adversaries to the U.S. Existing partnerships with such countries must be terminated within 180 days. The District of Columbia risks losing federal funds if it fails to comply, potentially impacting services provided to citizens.
Key points
The District of Columbia cannot enter into new sister city relationships with foreign adversary countries.
Existing partnerships with foreign adversary countries must be terminated within 180 days.
Non-compliance may result in the District of Columbia losing federal funds.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4519
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
Process start date: 2025-07-17