Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government through statehood for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.
D.C. Statehood and Veterans' Voting Rights
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. No further actions are scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active but has not moved beyond the committee stage.
Legislative Progress
This is a symbolic statement that does not change any laws. It is meant to draw attention to the issue of D.C. statehood rather than pass a new policy.
Key Points
- This resolution points out that about 30,000 veterans live in Washington, D.C., but they do not have a voting member in Congress. It argues that these people serve their country but do not have the same say in government as people living in the 50 states.
- The proposal highlights that D.C. residents have fought in every American war since the Revolution. In several major wars, more people from D.C. died than from some individual states, yet D.C. still lacks full control over its own local laws.
- The resolution calls for the passage of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act. This act would make D.C. the 51st state, giving its residents two senators and a voting member in the House of Representatives.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Submitted in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government through statehood for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.
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