HB5698Introduced in the House
District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act
Introduced by Eleanor Norton, District DC
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To provide that the authority to grant clemency for offenses against the District of Columbia shall be exercised in accordance with law enacted by the District of Columbia.
Where it stands
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
October 6, 2025
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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