Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR340

Introduced
4/28/23  

Caption

Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2023, as "D.C. Statehood Day".

Impact

If passed, HR340 would significantly impact both local and federal laws by paving the way for D.C. to gain statehood. This change would provide full voting representation to D.C. residents in Congress, thereby addressing a long-standing issue of 'taxation without representation' for those living in the capital. The resolution points out that D.C. residents contribute more in federal taxes per capita than those in many states without receiving proportional representation or autonomy in local governance.

Summary

House Resolution 340 aims to recognize and address the disenfranchisement of residents in the District of Columbia by calling for statehood through the Washington, D.C. Admission Act. It highlights the lack of voting representation in Congress for D.C. residents and advocates for their right to self-governance. The resolution expresses support for designating May 1, 2023, as 'D.C. Statehood Day.'

Contention

There are notable points of contention surrounding HR340. While proponents argue that statehood is necessary for equity and fairness, opponents raise concerns regarding the political implications of adding more Democratic representation in Congress. Critics argue it could alter the balance of power, further politicizing the statehood debate. Additionally, there are ongoing discussions about the constitutional implications related to changes in the Federal district's size and governance.

Companion Bills

US HR1190

Same As Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2024, as "D.C. Statehood Day".

Previously Filed As

US HR374

Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2025, as "D.C. Statehood Day".

US HR1190

Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act, and expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2024, as "D.C. Statehood Day".

US HR855

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

US HR1567

Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

US HR446

Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023, the denial of full participation in their Government through statehood by active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.

US HR295

Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.

US HR10

Supporting statehood for the District of Columbia.

US HR1249

Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 27, 2024, the denial of full participation in their Government through statehood by active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.

US HR1146

Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.

US HB2375

District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act

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