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To repeal an act entitled "An act to retrocede the county of Alexandria, in the District of Columbia, to the State of Virginia," and for other purposes.

4/24/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8455

This bill, designated as H.R. 8455 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 22, 2026, aims to repeal an act that retroceded the county of Alexandria in the District of Columbia to the State of Virginia. Additionally, the bill likely contains provisions and purposes beyond the act's repeal. Unfortunately, without additional information from the "textLists" or the bill's full text, the specific directives or actions proposed by this bill cannot be determined from the provided context.

Current Status of Bill HR 8455

Bill HR 8455 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 22, 2026. Bill HR 8455 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 22, 2026.  Bill HR 8455's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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. as of April 22, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8455

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8455

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8455

To repeal an act entitled "An act to retrocede the county of Alexandria, in the District of Columbia, to the State of Virginia," and for other purposes.
To repeal an act entitled "An act to retrocede the county of Alexandria, in the District of Columbia, to the State of Virginia," and for other purposes.

Comments

Jayla Dickinson profile image

Jayla Dickinson

758

11 hours ago

I am so excited about this bill to repeal that act about Alexandria going back to Virginia! It's about time we make some positive changes. How will this affect us in the short term?

Halle Deal profile image

Halle Deal

780

1 day ago

I believe that repealing the act to retrocede the county of Alexandria back to the State of Virginia is a step in the wrong direction. This decision could have negative consequences for the residents of Alexandria, as it may disrupt the local government and community that has been established over the years. As a Democrat from Hawaii, I value the importance of local governance and believe that this bill could undermine the autonomy of the people of Alexandria. One little known detail about this bill is that it was originally passed in 1846 as a way to address the issue of slavery in the District of Columbia. It is important to consider the historical context and implications of repealing this act, as it could have far-reaching effects on the residents of Alexandria. In conclusion, I urge lawmakers to reconsider their decision to repeal this act and to consider the impact it may have on the people of Alexandria. Let's prioritize the voices and needs of the community in this important decision.