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118th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 7115
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
January 29, 2024Ms. Norton introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability
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.
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Short title
This Act may be cited as the District of Columbia Superior Court Jury Duty for Seniors Opt Out Act of 2024.
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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..