District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act

Hozzl · 2025-10-01T00:46:47Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2688 District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/1/2025, 12:46 AM

Summary of Bill S 2688

This bill, designated as S. 2688 in the 119th Congress, aims to grant the Mayor of the District of Columbia the equivalent authority held by Governors of states over their National Guards to oversee the District of Columbia National Guard's administration and deployment in response to natural disasters and civil disturbances, among other objectives.

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Current Status of Bill S 2688

Bill S 2688 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 2, 2025. Bill S 2688 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on September 2, 2025. Bill S 2688's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of September 2, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2688

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2688

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2688

A bill to extend to the Mayor of the District of Columbia the same authority over the National Guard of the District of Columbia as the Governors of the several States exercise over the National Guard of those States with respect to administration of the National Guard and its use to respond to natural disasters and other civil disturbances, and for other purposes.

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Ronan Koch

535

2 months ago

This bill is a joke, can't believe they're even considering it.

Liam Kent

425

2 months ago

I'm so sad about this bill passing, but at least it's a step in the right direction. It's gonna make a big difference for us in DC. #progress #DCNationalGuard #HomeRuleAct

Everett Reid

398

3 months ago

I think this bill is good idea. It give Mayor more power over National Guard. Not sure how it work exactly, but it could help in emergencies. Short term, it might make things safer in DC.

Haisley Bowles

460

2 months ago

This bill is so dumb, why they gotta mess with our National Guard like this? How is this gonna help us in the long run?

Alma Stokes

407

2 months ago

This bill limits DC's control over its National Guard, which is concerning for our safety.

Giana Jackson

517

3 months ago

I don't agree with giving the Mayor of DC the same authority over the National Guard as Governors. This could lead to potential misuse of power and put residents at risk. #NoToS2688