District of Columbia Special Elections Home Rule Act

Bill 117 HR 6503, also known as the District of Columbia Special Elections Home Rule Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to grant the District of Columbia more autonomy in conducting special elections. The bill specifically addresses the process for filling vacancies in the office of Delegate to the House of Representatives for the District of Columbia.

Under current law, when a vacancy occurs in the office of Delegate to the House of Representatives for the District of Columbia, the Mayor of the District of Columbia is required to issue a writ of election to fill the vacancy. However, the bill seeks to amend this process by allowing the District of Columbia Council to establish rules and procedures for conducting special elections to fill such vacancies.

The bill also outlines the timeline for conducting special elections, requiring that they be held within 174 days of the vacancy occurring. Additionally, the bill specifies that the winner of the special election will serve the remainder of the term of the vacated office. Overall, the District of Columbia Special Elections Home Rule Act aims to give the District of Columbia more control over the process of filling vacancies in the office of Delegate to the House of Representatives, allowing for greater autonomy and flexibility in conducting special elections.