US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HJR114

Introduced
8/15/25  

Caption

Extending the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025 in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

Impact

The impact of HJR114 is notably within the legal framework surrounding emergency powers in the District of Columbia. By extending the emergency, the bill allows for continued implementation of measures that may include enhanced law enforcement presence and specific regulations aimed at curbing crime. This move indicates a persistent assessment of the crime situation and suggests a significant influence on local law enforcement practices and community safety measures.

Summary

HJR114 is a joint resolution aimed at extending the emergency declaration made by the President regarding a crime emergency in the District of Columbia, first established on August 11, 2025. This resolution seeks to ensure continuity in the executive measures enacted to address the persisting crime situation, effectively prolonging the existing executive order until the President chooses to declare an end to the emergency. This extension is significant, as it reflects ongoing concerns about crime levels and public safety in Washington, D.C., highlighting the need for sustained governmental intervention.

Contention

While proponents of HJR114 may argue that extending the emergency is essential for public safety and effective governance amid rising crime rates, detractors could voice concerns regarding the potential overreach of governmental powers. Critics often highlight the implications of prolonged emergencies on civil liberties and the potential for allowing executive powers to dictate responses without adequate local oversight. The continuing state of emergency raises questions about the balance between necessary governmental action and the rights of citizens within the District.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HJR115

Terminating the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025, in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

US SJR75

A joint resolution terminating the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025, in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

US AR94

Supports President Trump declaring national energy emergency and executive order expediting energy projects.

US H3600

Review of Presidential Executive Orders

US PR26-0361

University of the District of Columbia Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. GF 2021-C-0021 with Consys Inc Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

US HB64

AN ACT relating to executive orders and declaring an emergency.

US HB5166

Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2026 District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2026 Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2026

US HB8495

Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2027 District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2027 Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2027 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2027

US SB3290

District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2026 Judiciary Appropriations Act, 2026 Executive Office of the President Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2026

US B26-0144

Change Order 1 & Multiyear Contract No. PO-GF-2024-P-0144-BB by and between the University of the District of Columbia and CDW Government, LLC/Coastal Cloud Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

Similar Bills

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