119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 4088
H.R. 4088, the District of Columbia Zoning Commission Home Rule Act, would change how Washington D.C.'s Zoning Commission is structured by removing federal appointees and making it entirely controlled by the D.C. government. Currently, the commission includes members appointed by the Architect of the Capitol and the Director of the National Park Service alongside those appointed by the D.C. Mayor; this bill would eliminate those federal positions so only the D.C. government appoints commission members. The bill affects D.C. residents and businesses by giving local government greater control over zoning decisions, though it includes a narrow exception for zoning decisions involving foreign embassies, where federal officials would still participate. There is no specific funding or timeline mentioned in the legislation; it would take effect upon enactment.