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H.J.Res. 26

Joint ResolutionFederalHouseBecame Law
Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022.
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Enacted
Latest Action · March 20, 2023
Became Public Law No: 118-1.
Congress
118th (2023–2025)
Introduced
February 2, 2023
Cosponsors (46)
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This joint resolution nullifies the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia (DC). The act makes a variety of changes to DC criminal laws, including by providing statutory definitions for various elements of criminal offenses, modifying sentencing guidelines and penalties, and expanding the right to a jury trial for certain misdemeanor crimes.

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