H.R.3047 - To require the Director of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia and the Director of the Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia to reside in the District of Columbia. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3047 mandates that the Directors of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) and the Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia must reside in the District of Columbia. This bill amends existing sections of the D.C. Official Code to include this residency requirement. The requirement applies to individuals appointed on or after the enactment date of the Act.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is to ensure that the individuals leading these agencies are directly invested in the community they serve. This could lead to a better understanding of the challenges and needs of the District of Columbia. It may also limit the pool of potential candidates for these positions.
Potential Benefits
- Increased accountability and responsiveness of agency directors to the needs of the District of Columbia.
- Potential for improved understanding of local issues and community dynamics.
- Greater investment in the well-being of the District by agency leadership.
- Enhanced public trust through visible commitment to the community.
- Possible positive impact on local economy through residency-related spending.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limits the pool of potential candidates for these positions, potentially excluding highly qualified individuals who do not wish to reside in D.C.
- May not significantly impact the effectiveness of the agencies if other factors are more critical.
- Could create additional burdens or costs for individuals relocating to D.C.
- Potential for increased political pressure or influence due to residency.
- Risk of focusing too narrowly on local issues at the expense of broader perspectives.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to be constitutionally sound, as it pertains to the governance and administration of the District of Columbia, over which Congress has broad legislative authority. The Constitution grants Congress the power to exercise exclusive legislation in all cases whatsoever over the District of Columbia (Article I, Section 8, Clause 17). This bill falls within that purview.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).