Introduced in House — H.R. 1537

119th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. R. 1537

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

February 24, 2025

Ms. Norton introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

A BILL

To permit individuals 70 years of age or older to opt out of jury service in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.

Section 1. Short title

This Act may be cited as the District of Columbia Superior Court Jury Duty for Seniors Opt Out Act of 2025.

Sec. 2. Permitting individuals 70 years of age or older to opt out of jury service in Superior Court of the District of Columbia

Section 11–1908(b), District of Columbia Official Code, is amended—

(1)

by striking or (4) and inserting (4); and

(2)

by striking the period at the end of the first sentence and inserting ; or (5) excluded by the Court upon the request of the individual if the individual is 70 years of age or older..