Introduction
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton proposed legislation to eliminate the congressional review period for D.C. Council bills, aiming to enhance local legislative autonomy.
Key Provisions
- Elimination of 30-60 day congressional review period
- Enable immediate implementation of local D.C. Council legislation
- Challenge to current congressional oversight of local governance
- Promote more efficient local decision-making
Conclusion
The Legislative Home Rule Act represents a continued effort to grant Washington D.C. more direct control over its local legislative processes.
