Bill Explanation

Bill Explanation

This bill, known as the "Demanding Citizenship in DC Elections Act", aims to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The amendment would require any individual who votes in a municipal election in the District of Columbia to be a United States citizen and provide proof of their citizenship.

The bill was introduced by Mr. Marshall and Mr. Scott of Florida in the Senate. It was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Under the proposed amendment, individuals participating in local elections in the District of Columbia would need to meet two requirements: 1) be a citizen of the United States, and 2) provide proof of citizenship to the Board of Elections. Local elections include elections for positions such as Mayor, Chairman or member of the Council, Attorney General, Member of the State Board of Education, and Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner. It also includes any initiative, referendum, recall, or charter amendment measure on a District ballot.

The bill also includes technical and conforming amendments. The table of contents for the District of Columbia Home Rule Act would be revised to include the new section on voting requirements. Additionally, the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022 would be repealed, and any provisions of law amended by that Act would revert back to their original form.

S 4225 Demanding Citizenship in DC Elections Act

US Congress 118th Congress

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Introduced 06/03/2024

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Sponsors (3)

Sen. Roger Marshall

Primary Sponsor

Sen. Richard Scott

Co-Sponsor

Sen. Mike Braun

Co-Sponsor