The bill would give the Mayor of the District of Columbia authority over the District’s National Guard similar to authority state governors have over their states’ Guards. It shifts powers now assigned to the President or the Guard’s commanding general to the Mayor, including powers related to administration, officer appointments, and certain duty orders. It also makes related changes to federal law.
The bill would place more authority over the District’s National Guard with the Mayor. It does not describe specific changes to services for residents.
The bill does not specify expenses or provide funding.
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