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Faster Congressional Disapproval of DC Emergency Legislation

This bill changes the rules for emergency legislation passed by the District of Columbia Council. It means the U.S. Congress will now have a faster way to reject such laws, potentially impacting how quickly local changes can be implemented in D.C.
Key points
Emergency laws from the District of Columbia can be disapproved more quickly by Congress.
These changes shorten the time Congress has to block local legislation.
The D.C. Council must transmit emergency acts to Congress faster.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4670
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-07-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To subject emergency legislation enacted by the District of Columbia Council to expedited congressional disapproval procedures.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4670.

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 2025-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emergency laws from the District of Columbia can be disapproved more quickly by Congress.
  • These changes shorten the time Congress has to block local legislation.
  • The D.C. Council must transmit emergency acts to Congress faster.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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