District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act

# District of Columbia National Guard Home Rule Act - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would give Washington, D.C. more control over its National Guard operations. Currently, the D.C. National Guard operates under unique federal oversight that differs from how National Guard units function in the 50 states. The bill aims to shift some of this authority from federal control to local D.C. government leadership, similar to how governors oversee National Guard units in other states. **Who It Affects:** The primary stakeholders are D.C. residents and the D.C.

government, which would gain increased authority over the National Guard's local operations. The bill also affects the D.C. National Guard itself and federal officials who currently exercise control over the organization. More broadly, it touches on the ongoing question of D.C.'s self-governance and its relationship to federal authority. **Current Status:** The bill (S 2688) is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No additional action has been taken at this time. The bill was sponsored by Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland.