District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act

House Votes

This bill would require the Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard to live in Washington, D.C. The idea is that the Guard’s top leader should be part of the community they serve and be close by in case of emergencies. The change would start one year after the bill becomes law.

Key points:

• Who is affected: The Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard.
• What changes: They must have their home in the District of Columbia.
• When it starts: One year after the law is enacted.