Bill would require congressional approval for new D.C. taxes and fees
In markupH.R. 9720Latest action
Sponsor: James Comer · Representative · KY
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Official title: D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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New D.C. tax or fee laws would need congressional approval within 60 days to take effect.
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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.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJul 16, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jul 22, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The 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.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 18.