Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia (DC). The act makes a variety of changes to DC criminal laws, including by providing statutory definitions for various elements of criminal offenses, modifying sentencing guidelines and penalties, and expanding the right to a jury trial for certain misdemeanor crimes.

Bill 118 hjres 26 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of the action taken by the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022. The bill was introduced in the US Congress in response to concerns about the changes made to the criminal code in the District of Columbia.

The Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022 made significant changes to the criminal code in the District of Columbia, including amendments to existing laws and the creation of new offenses. Some critics of the act argue that these changes could have negative consequences, such as increased incarceration rates or unfair treatment of certain groups.

In response to these concerns, Bill 118 hjres 26 seeks to disapprove of the District of Columbia Council's actions in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022. If the bill is passed, it would effectively nullify the changes made by the act and prevent them from being implemented. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that the criminal code in the District of Columbia is fair and just. However, opponents of the bill believe that it interferes with the autonomy of the District of Columbia and undermines the authority of its elected officials. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 26 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance of power between the federal government and local authorities. It remains to be seen how the bill will be received in Congress and what its ultimate impact will be on the criminal justice system in the District of Columbia.
Congress
118

Number
HJRES - 26

Introduced on
2023-02-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President
Signed by President
Became Public Law

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia (DC). The act makes a variety of changes to DC criminal laws, including by providing statutory definitions for various elements of criminal offenses, modifying sentencing guidelines and penalties, and expanding the right to a jury trial for certain misdemeanor crimes.

Bill 118 hjres 26 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of the action taken by the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022. The bill was introduced in the US Congress in response to concerns about the changes made to the criminal code in the District of Columbia.

The Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022 made significant changes to the criminal code in the District of Columbia, including amendments to existing laws and the creation of new offenses. Some critics of the act argue that these changes could have negative consequences, such as increased incarceration rates or unfair treatment of certain groups.

In response to these concerns, Bill 118 hjres 26 seeks to disapprove of the District of Columbia Council's actions in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022. If the bill is passed, it would effectively nullify the changes made by the act and prevent them from being implemented. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that the criminal code in the District of Columbia is fair and just. However, opponents of the bill believe that it interferes with the autonomy of the District of Columbia and undermines the authority of its elected officials. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 26 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance of power between the federal government and local authorities. It remains to be seen how the bill will be received in Congress and what its ultimate impact will be on the criminal justice system in the District of Columbia.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedDisapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Congressional oversight•
Criminal procedure and sentencing•
District of Columbia•
Due process and equal protection•
State and local government operations•
Violent crime

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Latest Summary3/23/2023

This joint resolution nullifies the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia (DC). The act makes a variety of changes to DC criminal laws, including by providing statutory definitions for various eleme...


Latest Action3/20/2023
Became Public Law No: 118-1.