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H.J.Res. 17: Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

James Comer

Quick Facts

Bill Sponsor: Rep. James Comer (R-KY-1)

Congress: 118th

Date Introduced: January 12, 2023

Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. (January 12, 2023)

Bill Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia on October 18, 2022. The act allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections in the district.