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PR 26-0305

Transfer of Jurisdiction of Portions of U.S. Reservations 343-C and 343-D, S.O. 23-03016, Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

Overview: PR 26-0305, the Transfer of Jurisdiction of Portions of U.S. Reservations 343-C and 343-D, S.O. 23-03016, Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025, has been referred to t

Referred to Committee of the Whole
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0305

Overview: PR 26-0305, the Transfer of Jurisdiction of Portions of U.S. Reservations 343-C and 343-D, S.O. 23-03016, Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025, has been referred to the Committee of the Whole.

Purpose and Intent: The resolution declares an emergency and seeks to transfer jurisdiction over portions of two federal land reservations to the District government. This would allow the District to manage and develop these properties for public use and benefit.

Key Provisions:
- Declares an emergency due to the federal government's lack of action on the land transfer request
- Transfers jurisdiction of portions of U.S. Reservations 343-C and 343-D to the District
- Authorizes the Mayor to take all necessary steps to effectuate the land transfer

Affected Parties and Impacts: The resolution would impact the federal government, which would lose jurisdiction over the specified land parcels. The District government would gain control and be able to determine the future use and development of these properties.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The resolution has been referred to the Committee of the Whole for further consideration and a potential vote by the full Council. If approved, the Mayor would be authorized to take immediate action to transfer the land to District control.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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