Eleanor Holmes Norton: “I would like to be heard. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from the District of Columbia is recognized.”

D.C.'s local courts have faced chronic judicial vacancies for far too long, delaying justice for residents and placing an unnecessary strain on the administration of our local court system.

This bill would establish a commonsense process to ensure that qualified nominees are not indefinitely delayed by Senate inaction.

I will use every tool at my disposal to stop these riders from becoming law, and I commit to reminding my fellow lawmakers across the aisle that D.C. residents deserve the same consideration as their own constituents at every opportunity.

I believe this bill strikes the middle ground, while showing Congress' support for LGBTQ+ individuals.