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James Norton: “While the D.C. business community may not have supported the D.C. law that is the subject of this disapproval…”

On the recordFebruary 4, 2026
While the D.C. business community may not have supported the D.C. law that is the subject of this disapproval resolution, their letter states they oppose this disapproval resolution because it would, if enacted, cause ``chaos in the middle of tax filing season'' and ``create fiscal instability and uncertainty, impeding the District's ability to attract investment.''
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James Norton
Ohio

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Discussing the implications of a disapproval resolution on D.C.'s business community.

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