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At-large representative for District of Columbia

Born

June 13, 1937

Age 89

Phone

(202) 225-8050

Office

2136 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|District of Columbia at-large

Eleanor Holmes Norton

Eleanor Holmes Norton is an American politician, lawyer, and human rights activist. Norton is a congressional delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives, where she has represented the District of Columbia since 1991 as a member of the Democratic Party. She is serving an eighteenth term in the United States House of Representatives.

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Voting Record — 61

Yes15%

No74%

Present0%

Not Voting12%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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Eleanor Holmes Norton

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratDistrict of Columbia at-large

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Eleanor Holmes's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 97 sponsored · 1030 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 6(source)

1) Violent crime is horrific and unacceptable no matter where it occurs. 2) DC's violent crime rate is at a 30-year low. 3) Presidents have no authority to unilaterally take control of DC. Congress would have to pass a law, and I won't let the current effort get that far.

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President Trump threatened to take federal control of D.C. again after a DOGE staffer known as “Big Balls” was injured in an attempted carjacking. Trump has cast the Democratic-led capital as a place ruined by liberal policies.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 5(source)

Democrats and Republicans agree that the public deserves transparency. I support the public release of the records related to the Epstein investigation. WaPo: bit.ly/4mcwKE7

House Republicans issue subpoena for Jeffrey Epstein files

The subpoena from a GOP-led House underscores the pressure President Donald Trump and Republicans are under to release the files as the president’s base continues to demand transparency.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialAug 4(source)

NPS' decision to restore and reinstall the statue of Confederate Albert Pike is indefensible. Pike served dishonorably, misappropriated funds, and was ultimately imprisoned by his fellow troops. I'll reintroduce my bill to remove the statue. More: bit.ly/4mqOA5U

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 31(source)

Thanks to DOGE buyouts, 154,000 people are being paid taxpayer money not to work while critical government services like Social Security and veterans’ benefits suffer. This is appalling. bit.ly/3UBoNfw

The federal government is paying more than 154,000 people not to work

Early resignation offers and other programs have reduced the workforce, but critics say the moves are also wasting money.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 30(source)

60 years ago today, Democrats and Republicans came together to change the course of American history.  Today, only Democrats are keeping the promise to:  → Protect Medicare. → Defend Medicaid. → Fight GOP cuts.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 29(source)

I introduced my bill to require the head of the DC National Guard to live in DC. Adding a residency requirement will help ensure the Commanding General has in-depth knowledge of the issues and challenges DC residents face. More: bit.ly/40EQwQ3

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 25(source)

When the first Trump admin relocated parts of USDA, 2/3 of employees left rather than move, draining critical institutional knowledge and harming USDA services. I introduced a bill to prohibit relocating agencies from the National Capital Region. bit.ly/3Uso6Fg

USDA will relocate most of its D.C.-based workforce

The department will relocate about 2,600 employees to five other locations and shutter several key facilities in the capital region, including its historic main research center.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 24(source)

I’m concerned about the food service workers in the House during the transition of operations from Sodexo. I urge the new operators to hire existing workers under the current terms and conditions of employment, including honoring their membership commitment to @unitehere23.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 24(source)

🚨Anti-DC home rule bill alert🚨 Rep. Hageman of WY and Sen. Lee of UT introduced an anti-DC home rule bill that would allow Congress to more easily overturn emergency legislation passed by the DC Council, altering the Home Rule Act. I’ll do all I can to stop it from becoming law.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 23(source)

As a longtime friend – okay, frenemy – of Stephen Colbert, I support an investigation of the actions of Paramount Global in its decision to cancel the Late Show after he spoke publicly against Trump, while Paramount seeks federal approval of a major merger.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 23(source)

My staff sent FEMA information on DC’s water supply a full week ago – and I’ve been sounding the alarm publicly for many years.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 23(source)

It's alarming that the acting director of FEMA wasn't aware until yesterday that DC only has one day's supply of backup drinking water to use if its sole source is contaminated. I can only conclude that FEMA isn't prepared to respond to this significant risk to DC & the operations of the fed gov.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 22(source)

I've long called for statues of Confederates and racists to be removed from locations that connote honor, and I'm proud to lead a bill with my Maryland colleagues to remove a plaque honoring avowed segregationist Frances Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle. More: bit.ly/4m8rroW

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

It's unsurprising that the DC appropriations bill reported out of a Republican-controlled subcommittee in the current Congress contains numerous riders that would overrule the expressed will of DC residents. Its predictability makes it no less appalling. More: bit.ly/3ICOEBb

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government will mark up the DC appropriations bill this evening at 5:30. Watch it here: bit.ly/3IFcAnl

Subcommittee Markup of Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government Bill

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

I introduced my bill to give DC control of its own local courts – which Congress currently controls. It is irresponsible to leave Congress, which couldn't care less about the local DC courts, in charge of improving their operations. More: bit.ly/4lEhbop

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

#DCStatehood

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

I will use every tool at my disposal to stop the riders in the bill text from becoming law, and I commit to reminding my fellow lawmakers across the aisle that D.C. residents deserve the same consideration as their own constituents at every opportunity.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)

@eleanornorton.bsky.social

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In my career representing DC in Congress, I've rarely seen a DC appropriations bill as unreasonable and patronizing to the 700k+ DC residents as the one released today. Statement: bit.ly/44F1VSd

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 21(source)

In my career representing DC in Congress, I've rarely seen a DC appropriations bill as unreasonable and patronizing to the 700k+ DC residents as the one released today. Statement: bit.ly/44F1VSd

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJul 16(source)

Aircraft transponders broadcast location information that saves lives, yet the helicopter that collided with a plane near DCA in January had its turned off. Today I asked Sec. Duffy about the overly broad exceptions to the rule requiring helicopter transponder use near DCA.

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Sponsored Bills(97)

H.R. 9386 (119th)
To establish the United States Commission on an Open Society with Security.
H.R. 9362 (119th)
To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to provide for the automatic appointment of …
H.R. 9198 (119th)
To create a national commission to combat workplace sexual harassment, and for other purpose…
H.R. 9104 (119th)
To redesignate Rock Creek Park in the District of Columbia as Rock Creek National Park.
H.R. 9038 (119th)
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to install permanent fencing around the United States S…

Cosponsored Bills(1030)

H.R. 9408 (119th)
To amend chapter 15 of title 28, United States Code, with respect to documentation requireme…
Joined: 2026-06-23
H.R. 9399 (119th)
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for criminal penalties for a person who pr…
Joined: 2026-06-23
H.R. 9400 (119th)
To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Americans who were active in rescuing …
Joined: 2026-06-23
H. Res. 1380 (119th)
Commemorating 50 years of women at the service academies.
Joined: 2026-06-23
H. Res. 1373 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2026, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids)…
Joined: 2026-06-18

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Voting History

61 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-22	H.R. 7148 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-11	H.R. 3383 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	YES	✕	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-10	H.R. 3838 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-09-04	H.R. 4553 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Failed

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