District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to legislate the terms and conditions under which clemency may be granted for violations of District criminal laws. Under the bill, clemency is defined as a pardon, reprieve, or a commutation of a sentence, or a remission of a fine or other financial penalty.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E503-504)
Crime and Law Enforcement
District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act
USA118th CongressHR-3753| House
| Updated: 5/30/2023
District of Columbia Clemency Home Rule Act This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to legislate the terms and conditions under which clemency may be granted for violations of District criminal laws. Under the bill, clemency is defined as a pardon, reprieve, or a commutation of a sentence, or a remission of a fine or other financial penalty.