DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOME RULE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2025

This report examines the District of Columbia Home Rule Improvement Act of 2025, which proposes changes to how Washington, D.C. governs itself and manages its finances. The legislation matters because it could affect the balance of power between the D.C. government and Congress, which currently retains significant control over the district's budget and laws. The Oversight and Government Reform Committee reviewed the bill to assess its impact on D.C.'s autonomy and federal oversight responsibilities.