McIntire-Stennis Act District of Columbia Equality Act

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Democrat · DC · Representative

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No cosponsors on record. Bills can pass without cosponsors — this often means the sponsor introduced the bill alone, either because it's a messaging bill, a chairman's mark, or simply early in the legislative cycle.

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

2026-02-23

Source: Congress.gov

This bill would extend federal forestry research funding and programs that currently apply to states to also include Washington, D.C., treating the nation's capital the same way as states for agricultural and forest management purposes. The change would allow D.C. to access grants and participate in forestry research initiatives that help develop better practices for managing forests and addressing agricultural challenges. This primarily affects D.C. residents and local government agencies involved in land management and environmental research.

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• HR9104To redesignate Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia as Rock Creek National Park.
  Referred to Committee · 2026-06-02
• HR9038To prohibit the use of Federal funds to install permanent fencing around the United States Supreme Court Building or grounds.
  Referred to Committee · 2026-05-26
• HRES1304Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government through statehood for active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.
  Referred to Committee · 2026-05-19
• HR8731Federal Employee Short-Term Disability Insurance Act of 2026
  Referred to Committee · 2026-05-11