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D.C. Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act

This act changes residency rules for federal judges, attorneys, and marshals in the District of Columbia and certain other districts. It means D.C. officials will no longer be required to live within the District, potentially broadening the pool of candidates for these roles. These changes apply only to individuals appointed after the act becomes law.
Key points
Federal judges and attorneys in D.C. will no longer be required to reside within the District.
Residency requirements for certain judicial officials are standardized, potentially increasing candidate diversity.
The changes only affect new appointments, not current officeholders.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_565
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC]
Process start date: 2025-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_565.

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 2025-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal judges and attorneys in D.C. will no longer be required to reside within the District.
  • Residency requirements for certain judicial officials are standardized, potentially increasing candidate diversity.
  • The changes only affect new appointments, not current officeholders.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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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