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Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 42
Bill 118 hjres 42 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of the action taken by the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022. The bill was introduced in response to concerns about the potential impact of the reform act on policing and justice in the District of Columbia.
The Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 is a local law passed by the District of Columbia Council that seeks to make significant changes to the way policing and justice are handled in the district. The bill includes provisions related to police accountability, use of force, and community engagement, among other things.
Supporters of Bill 118 hjres 42 argue that the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 goes too far in its efforts to reform policing and justice in the district. They believe that the act could have unintended consequences and may not effectively address the issues it seeks to tackle. Opponents of Bill 118 hjres 42, on the other hand, argue that the District of Columbia Council has the right to pass local laws that reflect the values and priorities of its residents. They believe that the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 is an important step towards improving policing and justice in the district and should be allowed to stand. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 42 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over policing and justice reform in the United States. It remains to be seen how the bill will be received by Congress and what impact it may have on the District of Columbia's efforts to reform its policing and justice systems.
The Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 is a local law passed by the District of Columbia Council that seeks to make significant changes to the way policing and justice are handled in the district. The bill includes provisions related to police accountability, use of force, and community engagement, among other things.
Supporters of Bill 118 hjres 42 argue that the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 goes too far in its efforts to reform policing and justice in the district. They believe that the act could have unintended consequences and may not effectively address the issues it seeks to tackle. Opponents of Bill 118 hjres 42, on the other hand, argue that the District of Columbia Council has the right to pass local laws that reflect the values and priorities of its residents. They believe that the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 is an important step towards improving policing and justice in the district and should be allowed to stand. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 42 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over policing and justice reform in the United States. It remains to be seen how the bill will be received by Congress and what impact it may have on the District of Columbia's efforts to reform its policing and justice systems.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 42
This joint resolution nullifies the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the Council of the District of Columbia. The act sets forth a variety of measures that focus on policing in the District, including measures prohibiting the use of certain neck restraints by law enforcement officers, requiring additional procedures related to body-worn cameras, and expanding access to police disciplinary records.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 42
Bill HJRES 42 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2023. Bill HJRES 42 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2023. Bill HJRES 42's most recent activity was The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House. as of June 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 42
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
38Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
38Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 42
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- District of Columbia
- Law enforcement administration and funding
- State and local government operations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 42
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 42
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