H.R. 1537 — Introduced in House

I 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1537 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 24, 2025Ms. 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. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the District of Columbia Superior Court Jury Duty for Seniors Opt Out Act of 2025. 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..