Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) introduced the Bracing Oversight to Washington and Safety to Every Resident Act, or the BOWSER Act, which would end D.C.’s home rule.
The Home Rule Act gives the District of Columbia autonomy from the federal government in governing its affairs, which include making its own laws, controlling tax revenue, and operating its police force. If the bill is passed, it would revoke home rule within one year.
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