Legislative Activity

The Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Conversion Act of 2025 outlines conditions under which the U.S. would pursue ratification of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, contingent upon verifiable global disarmament. Upon confirmation that all nuclear-armed nations have begun dismantling their arsenals, funds currently allocated to nuclear weapons programs will be redirected. These redirected resources must be used to address the climate crisis through clean energy conversion and to meet critical human and infrastructure needs.

The "Protecting Federal Agencies and Employees from Political Interference Act of 2025" prevents federal agencies and departments with headquarters or employee positions in the National Capital Region from relocating unless authorized by a new law. This ensures that these entities remain in their current locations, safeguarding them from potential political influence.

The "District of Columbia Superior Court Jury Duty for Seniors Opt Out Act of 2025" allows individuals aged 70 or older to choose to be exempt from jury duty in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.

The "Activating National Parks in Cities Act" encourages the active use of National Park System units located in urban areas by prioritizing public enjoyment and improving quality of life through various amenities and activities. "Active use" includes playgrounds, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, sports facilities, community events, programming, and concessions. The term "urban area" refers to areas designated by the Secretary of Commerce in the most recent census.

This bill amends the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, expanding eligibility for wastewater infrastructure grants to include state governments. This change aims to facilitate broader access to funding for projects that improve wastewater infrastructure and reduce marine debris.

The "Equal Federal Funding for the District of Columbia Act" would classify Washington D.C. as a state for the purpose of federal funding eligibility. Unless otherwise specified, D.C. would be treated as any other state, political subdivision of a state, or unit of local government. These changes would go into effect beginning October 1, 2026.

The "United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act" directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the African Americans who served with the Union forces during the Civil War. It directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and create the gold medal, which will be displayed by the Smithsonian Institution and available for research. The Act also authorizes the creation and sale of bronze duplicates of the medal to cover production costs.

The "Words Matter for the District of Columbia Courts Act" amends the District of Columbia Official Code, modernizing language related to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Specifically, it replaces outdated terms like "substantially retarded persons" and "at least moderately mentally retarded" with the more respectful and accurate term "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities" in legal references. This change affects the jurisdiction of the U.S. District Court, the Superior Court, and the Family Court within the District of Columbia.

The "Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act" increases consumer protection in the household goods shipping industry by allowing the Secretary to enforce penalties for violations, enabling states to use grant money for enforcement and retain penalties, and setting requirements for registration. This includes defining "principal place of business," requiring disclosure of relationships within the transportation industry, and allowing the Secretary to withhold or revoke registration for non-compliance.

The "District of Columbia Code Returning Citizens Coordination Act" mandates the Bureau of Prisons Director to provide the D.C. Mayor with information on individuals under their jurisdiction due to the National Capital Revitalization and Self-Government Improvement Act of 1997, including their name, age, location, and release date. The Mayor can share this information with counsel for the persons, and to organizations that provide legal representation to persons in criminal or post-conviction matters, or in matters related to reentry, but cannot share it with D.C. law enforcement. This aims to support returning citizens while maintaining confidentiality.

The "District of Columbia Federal Judicial Officials Residency Equality Act of 2025" modifies residency requirements for federal judicial officials in the District of Columbia. It mandates that circuit and district judges reside in the state or district they serve, and U.S. Attorneys and Marshals reside in their appointed district, with exceptions for those in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. These changes apply to individuals appointed after the Act's enactment.

The "Securities and Exchange Commission Real Estate Leasing Authority Revocation Act" revokes the SEC's direct leasing authority for general-purpose office space, assigning it instead to the Administrator. It does not affect existing SEC leases. Additionally, the Comptroller General must update a 2016 report on independent leasing authorities of federal entities, detailing changes and the use of the General Services Administration for leasing.

The District of Columbia Prosecutor Home Rule Act transfers responsibility for prosecuting all local D.C. crimes from federal authorities to the designated local prosecutors office. This transition will take effect one year after the District officially names the local office responsible for these duties. The Act also ensures that current federal employees transferring to the new local office retain their existing federal employment benefits.

This bill, the "District of Columbia Legislative Home Rule Act," eliminates Congressional review of District of Columbia laws, giving the city greater autonomy over its legislative process. It removes the requirement for Congressional approval of D.C. acts, allowing laws passed by the D.C. Council and Mayor (or through voter initiatives) to take effect without Congressional intervention. These changes will apply to D.C. acts passed on or after the first day of the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

The Washington, D.C. Admission Act outlines the process for Washington, D.C., to become the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while establishing a separate U.S. Capital. It addresses the transition of laws, property, and governance, ensuring continued federal operations and representation for D.C. residents. The Act also covers federal responsibilities, courts, elections, and benefit programs during the transition, establishing a commission to oversee the process and mandating presidential certification.