HJ18

Resolution supporting DC statehood

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Montana supports admitting Washington, D.C., as a state of the United States of America.

Montana HJ18 is a resolution supporting the admission of Washington, D.C., as a state of the United States of America. The resolution highlights the historical context of the District of Columbia's lack of full statehood and self-governance, emphasizing the residents' rights to representation in Congress and the Electoral College. It calls on Congress and the President to enact federal legislation for D.C. statehood, noting the District's contributions to the nation despite lacking full statehood. The resolution also opposes federal interference with D.C.'s local self-government and Home Rule.

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Roll Call Votes

(H) Energy, Technology and Federal Relations--To Table

8 Yea

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6 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 3, 2025

3:00 PM

House Energy, Technology and Federal Relations Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 7, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for Revenue Bill Transmittal

Mar 4, 2025

House

(H) Tabled in Committee (H) Energy, Technology and Federal Relations