H.R. 9720In committee
Bill would require congressional approval for new D.C. taxes and fees
Data as of July 16, 2026
New D.C. tax or fee laws would need congressional approval within 60 days to take effect.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill would reverse the current review process for D.C. tax and fee laws, requiring Congress to actively pass an approval resolution within 60 days or the law would not take effect. It also limits debate on such resolutions to one hour, split evenly between supporters and opponents. These changes apply only to D.C. tax and fee laws passed after enactment.
Who does it affect?
D.C.'s local government and its ability to set tax policy; D.C. residents and businesses subject to local taxes and fees; members of Congress, who gain a direct approval role.
Why does it matter?
D.C. would lose the ability to independently enact new or increased taxes and fees without direct congressional sign-off, shifting local fiscal authority toward federal lawmakers.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act
- Introduced:
- July 16, 2026
- Latest action:
- July 16, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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