Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR114

Introduced
8/15/25  

Caption

Extending the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025 in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

Impact

The impact of HJR114 is notably within the legal framework surrounding emergency powers in the District of Columbia. By extending the emergency, the bill allows for continued implementation of measures that may include enhanced law enforcement presence and specific regulations aimed at curbing crime. This move indicates a persistent assessment of the crime situation and suggests a significant influence on local law enforcement practices and community safety measures.

Summary

HJR114 is a joint resolution aimed at extending the emergency declaration made by the President regarding a crime emergency in the District of Columbia, first established on August 11, 2025. This resolution seeks to ensure continuity in the executive measures enacted to address the persisting crime situation, effectively prolonging the existing executive order until the President chooses to declare an end to the emergency. This extension is significant, as it reflects ongoing concerns about crime levels and public safety in Washington, D.C., highlighting the need for sustained governmental intervention.

Contention

While proponents of HJR114 may argue that extending the emergency is essential for public safety and effective governance amid rising crime rates, detractors could voice concerns regarding the potential overreach of governmental powers. Critics often highlight the implications of prolonged emergencies on civil liberties and the potential for allowing executive powers to dictate responses without adequate local oversight. The continuing state of emergency raises questions about the balance between necessary governmental action and the rights of citizens within the District.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB4928

District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2025 Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2025 Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2025 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2025

US HB8773

Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2025 District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2025 Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2025 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2025

US HB464

Separation of Powers Restoration Act This bill restricts the ability of the President to exercise certain powers, such as declaring a national emergency. Specifically, the bill terminates all powers and authorities possessed by the President, any executive agency, or any federal officer that derive from a declaration of national emergency. It eliminates any statutory grant of authority allowing the President or any other officer or employee of the executive branch to declare a national emergency, specifying that such power is vested solely in Congress. Furthermore, for each presidential order (i.e., executive order, presidential proclamation, presidential directive, or similar presidential or executive branch instructions), the President must include a statement specifying the statutory or constitutional provision that grants the President the authority to issue the order. It also limits the effect of a presidential order to the executive branch, with certain exceptions, such as if the order cites the specific congressional enactment from which it derives its authority. The bill provides standing to challenge the validity of presidential orders to (1) certain federal, state, and local officials; and (2) persons adversely affected by the order. This bill also repeals the War Powers Resolution, a joint resolution that outlines procedures for Congress and the President to participate in decisions to send Armed Forces into hostilities.

US HB2091

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Emergency Planning and Security Costs in the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2024.

US HB4664

Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2024 District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2024 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2024 Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2024 Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2024

US HJR79

Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on May 11, 2004.

US HB3339

Improving Reentry for District of Columbia Residents in the Bureau of Prisons Act of 2023

US HJR7

Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020.

US HJR71

Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on May 22, 2003.

US HJR74

Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on May 16, 2012.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.