To prohibit the District of Columbia from requiring tribunals in court or administrative proceedings in the District of Columbia to defer to the Mayor of the District of Columbia's interpretation of statutes and regulations, and for other purposes.

# HR 3766 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prevent courts and administrative tribunals (hearing bodies) in Washington, D.C. from automatically accepting the Mayor's interpretation of D.C. laws and regulations as correct. Currently, legal proceedings sometimes follow a practice called "deference," where judges or administrators give special weight to how executive branch officials interpret rules. This bill would eliminate that requirement, meaning judges and administrative bodies would have to independently evaluate whether the Mayor's interpretation is correct rather than presuming it is. **Who It Affects** The bill specifically applies only to D.C. legal proceedings.

It would affect the D.C. government, businesses, residents, and organizations involved in lawsuits or administrative hearings in the district. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY), suggesting it reflects broader Republican concerns about executive branch power. **Current Status** As of now, HR 3766 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House. No action has been taken beyond the initial referral. The bill has not advanced further in the legislative process.