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D.C. Mayor Gains Control Over National Guard

This act grants the Mayor of the District of Columbia the same authority over the D.C. National Guard as state governors have over their respective National Guards. This means the Mayor will be able to independently decide on the deployment of the National Guard for natural disasters and civil disturbances, potentially speeding up responses to local crises and enhancing public safety.
Key points
The D.C. Mayor gains full control over the District's National Guard, including its administration and deployment in crisis situations.
Decisions regarding officer appointments, calls to duty, and courts-martial will be made by the Mayor, not the U.S. President.
The changes aim to provide the District of Columbia with the same autonomy in managing its National Guard as enjoyed by states.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2688
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2025-09-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2688.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The D.C. Mayor gains full control over the District's National Guard, including its administration and deployment in crisis situations.
  • Decisions regarding officer appointments, calls to duty, and courts-martial will be made by the Mayor, not the U.S. President.
  • The changes aim to provide the District of Columbia with the same autonomy in managing its National Guard as enjoyed by states.
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 Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

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 2025-12-23.

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