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District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act
10/17/2025, 6:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5698
The District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act, introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 5698 on October 6, 2025, aims to address clemency processes within the District of Columbia. The bill likely focuses on granting the District more authority over clemency decisions or procedures, potentially allowing for greater local control or customization of clemency policies. Further details or specifics on the provisions and directives contained within the bill would require a thorough review of the official text available at the provided URL.
Congressional Summary of HR 5698
District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to legislate the terms and conditions under which clemency may be granted for violations of District criminal laws. Under the bill, clemency is defined as a pardon, reprieve, or a commutation of a sentence, or a remission of a fine or other financial penalty.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5698
Bill HR 5698 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 6, 2025. Bill HR 5698 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on October 6, 2025. Bill HR 5698's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of October 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5698
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5698
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5698
To provide that the authority to grant clemency for offenses against the District of Columbia shall be exercised in accordance with law enacted by the District of Columbia.
To provide that the authority to grant clemency for offenses against the District of Columbia shall be exercised in accordance with law enacted by the District of Columbia.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5698
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