The DC Chamber of Commerce strongly opposes any efforts to revoke the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, as doing so would have severe economic and business consequences. Enacted in 1973, the Home Rule Act established a locally elected mayor and council, providing stability and autonomy critical to fostering a pro-business environment. Any attempt to repeal this act threatens to destabilize governance, create uncertainty for businesses, and undermine decades of economic growth.
Local leadership is essential for addressing the District’s unique economic challenges and opportunities, from workforce development to infrastructure investment. Stripping the city of its self-governance would not only disenfranchise over 700,000 residents but also disrupt the business community’s ability to operate in a predictable and competitive environment. The DC Chamber of Commerce stands firmly with our local government and business leaders in preserving the Home Rule Act, ensuring that decisions affecting our economy remain in the hands of those who live and work in the District.
