HRES Bill 1567 Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2024-11-08

Bill 118 H.Res. 1567, also known as the "Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans" bill, aims to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices made by veterans who reside in the District of Columbia. The bill condemns the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for these veterans and their families. It also calls for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51). The bill highlights the fact that District of Columbia veterans have served in every American war, demonstrating their dedication to protecting and serving the country. Despite their service, these veterans and their families are not granted the same rights and privileges as veterans from other states, including the ability to vote for representation in Congress. By calling for statehood for the District of Columbia, the bill seeks to rectify this injustice and ensure that all veterans, regardless of their place of residence, are granted equal rights and opportunities. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the service of District of Columbia veterans, who have bravely fought for the freedoms and values that all Americans hold dear. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1567 serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by District of Columbia veterans and calls for the necessary steps to be taken to ensure that they are granted the rights and recognition they deserve.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, Armed Services, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Alternative Names

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

Associated Legislation

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

Policy Areas

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Cosponsors and Supporters

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Committees and Subcommittees

Veterans' Affairs Committee

Energy and Commerce Committee

Judiciary Committee

Armed Services Committee

Rules Committee

Oversight and Accountability Committee

Variations and Revisions

Eleanor Holmes NortonRecognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.JudiciaryRulesEnergy and CommerceOversight and AccountabilityArmed ServicesVeterans' Affairs

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

11/14/2024, 4:59 PM
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, Armed Services, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case ...Bill 118 H.Res. 1567, also known as the "Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans" bill, aims to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices made by veterans who reside in the District of Columbia. The bill condemns the denial of...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1567

Introduced on
2024-11-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/8/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, Armed Services, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case ...Bill 118 H.Res. 1567, also known as the "Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans" bill, aims to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices made by veterans who reside in the District of Columbia. The bill condemns the denial of...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Comments

APPROVED
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Gwen Lawson
I fully support recognizing the service of DC veterans and calling for statehood through HRES Bill 1567. How will this impact voting rights for DC residents?

APPROVED
BC
Bristol Cunningham
Why they do this? It not fair for DC veterans. What happen next?

APPROVED
ZH
Zayn Hurley
This bill is so sad. It's not fair that DC veterans don't get the same rights as others. It's gonna make things harder for all of us.

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/8/2024
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, Armed Services, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case ...