Bill · H.J.Res. 109· House(119-HJRES-109)
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.
- Introduced
- 7/23/2025
- Last activity
- 7/23/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Harriet Hageman
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This is a joint resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It aims to disapprove of an action taken by the District of Columbia Council. Specifically, it targets the Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. This act was enacted by the Council on June 26, 2025. The resolution was transmitted to Congress on July 7, 2025.
Yes
Does this leave more decisions to the states?+3
The resolution asserts federal authority over local District of Columbia legislative actions.
The opposite
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?-5
By disapproving an act focused on open meetings, the resolution potentially reduces the transparency of D.C. government processes.
Would people in cities be better off under this?-3
The disapproval of local D.C. legislation reduces the self-governance capabilities of urban residents in the District.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- There are no specific benefits or positive outcomes listed within the provided text of this resolution.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no specific negative impacts or burdens listed within the provided text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents-3
- Governance And Ideology
- Increase States Rights+3Improves Government Transparency-5
- 7/23/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House
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