To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to extend the emergency period during which the President may exercise control over the Metropolitan Police Department.

# Summary of HR 5015 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to extend the period of time during which the President of the United States can take direct control of the Metropolitan Police Department (the police force serving Washington, D.C.). Currently, there are limits on how long the President can exercise this emergency control; this bill would lengthen that timeframe. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Washington, D.C. residents and the Metropolitan Police Department. It also has implications for the balance of power between the federal government and D.C.'s local government, since it would expand presidential authority over a locally-controlled police force.

The change would give future Presidents greater ability to intervene in D.C.'s law enforcement during declared emergencies. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5015 remains in committee and has not advanced to a vote in the full House. The bill was introduced by Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) in the 119th Congress. Without additional information about committee actions or co-sponsors, there is no indication of its current momentum or likelihood of passage.