To subject emergency legislation enacted by the District of Columbia Council to expedited congressional disapproval procedures.

# HR 4670 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 4670 would give Congress faster power to reject emergency laws passed by the Washington, D.C. City Council. Currently, when D.C.'s local government declares an emergency and passes legislation quickly under emergency procedures, Congress has limited ability to stop it. This bill would create a streamlined process allowing Congress to vote on disapproving D.C.'s emergency laws more rapidly than typical legislation. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill directly affects Washington, D.C. residents and the local D.C.

government, as it would increase congressional oversight of D.C.'s emergency decision-making. This reflects the unique relationship between D.C. and Congress—unlike states, Congress retains special authority over D.C.'s budget and laws. The bill was introduced by Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) but contains no other specific details about implementation or timelines in the available information. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.