Washington, DC, July 23, 2026 —

WASHINGTON D.C. – The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has advanced the D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act (H.R. 9720), a legislative proposal that would mandate congressional approval for any new taxes or fees enacted by the D.C. Council.

Introduced by Rep. James Comer, the bill proposes extending the current 30-day congressional review period for tax changes made by the District of Columbia to 60 days. Furthermore, it would require an affirmative vote from both the House and the Senate for such changes to take effect, moving away from the current system where inaction by Congress allows measures to pass.

The legislation has met with opposition from District officials. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson have voiced their disapproval, arguing that the bill infringes upon the principle of home rule for the District and hinders its capacity to manage its own financial affairs. They contend that such oversight undermines the self-governance of the city.

Conversely, the bill has garnered support from DoorDash. The delivery platform views H.R. 9720 as a safeguard against what it describes as burdensome local taxes. Specifically, DoorDash has cited a new fee imposed on third-party deliveries as an example of the kind of local tax measures the bill aims to provide protection against.

The bill’s advancement by the committee marks a significant step in its journey through Congress. Its future implications for D.C.’s fiscal autonomy and the relationship between the city and federal lawmakers remain a key point of discussion.



Story summarized from the original created by Gail O’Hara on washingtoncitypaper.com, see more information here.

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