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A bill to amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
2/7/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 402
Bill 119 s 402 is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to make changes to title 11 of the District of Columbia Official Code. Specifically, the bill seeks to update the language used in this title when referring to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that the language used in the District of Columbia Official Code is respectful and inclusive when discussing individuals with intellectual disabilities. By revising the references to these individuals, the bill aims to promote dignity and equality for all residents of the District of Columbia.
If passed, this bill would require all references to individuals with intellectual disabilities in title 11 of the District of Columbia Official Code to be updated to reflect more modern and respectful language. This change would help to remove any outdated or offensive terms that may currently be used in the code. Overall, Bill 119 s 402 is a straightforward piece of legislation that seeks to promote inclusivity and respect for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the District of Columbia. By updating the language used in the code, the bill aims to ensure that all residents are treated with dignity and equality under the law.
The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that the language used in the District of Columbia Official Code is respectful and inclusive when discussing individuals with intellectual disabilities. By revising the references to these individuals, the bill aims to promote dignity and equality for all residents of the District of Columbia.
If passed, this bill would require all references to individuals with intellectual disabilities in title 11 of the District of Columbia Official Code to be updated to reflect more modern and respectful language. This change would help to remove any outdated or offensive terms that may currently be used in the code. Overall, Bill 119 s 402 is a straightforward piece of legislation that seeks to promote inclusivity and respect for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the District of Columbia. By updating the language used in the code, the bill aims to ensure that all residents are treated with dignity and equality under the law.
Current Status of Bill S 402
Bill S 402 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill S 402 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 5, 2025. Bill S 402's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of February 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 402
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 402
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 402
A bill to amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
A bill to amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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