H.R. 492, The District of Columbia Voting Rights Restoration Act of 2007

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H.R. 492 would restore the Federal electoral rights of the residents of the District of Columbia.

Detailed Summary

District of Columbia Voting Rights Restoration Act of 2007 - Restores the right of District of Columbia residents to participate as Maryland residents in congressional elections and presidential elections.

Repeals provisions of: (1) the District of Columbia Delegate Act that establishes the office of District of Columbia Delegate to the House of Representatives; and (2) the District of Columbia Statehood Constitution Convention Initiative of 1979 that provides for electing a Senator and Representative for the District.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 3/19/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.

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