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Seat

At-large representative for District of Columbia

Born

June 13, 1937

Age 88

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 — 51

Yes10%

No77%

Present0%

Not Voting14%

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 · 90 sponsored · 949 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 10(source)

Respectfully, 700K DC residents, the majority of whom are Black and Brown, are not property, Chairwoman Foxx. They're Americans, worthy of the same rights as other Americans and capable of governing themselves.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 10(source)

Artificial or not, this analysis is quite intelligent. The remedy is #DCStatehood.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 10(source)

I'll speak on the House floor twice today opposing two anti-DC home rule bills the House is considering this week. Watch at approx. 2:15 and 3:15: live.house.gov

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 9(source)

Indeed she is!

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 9(source)

I introduced my bill to protect LGBTQ+ reproductive rights in DC during Pride month. Statement: bit.ly/4mSXdHx

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 9(source)

The Senate passed a bill to fix the DC budget crisis caused by the CR 3 months ago. The House has refused to vote on that bill. Instead, this week, it will vote on 3 bills to overturn DC policies enacted by officials that DC residents elected. The condescension astounds.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 9(source)

Democracy in DC faces a difficult week due to members of Congress from other districts who can’t keep their #HandsOffDC. At 4:00 today the Rules Committee will consider 3 paternalistic, undemocratic bills to repeal DC laws. The House is expected to vote on them later this week.

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

Six months ago today my bill to give DC control of the RFK Stadium site was signed into law. I'm excited to see how DC decides to revitalize the space, like it has with Navy Yard and the Wharf after my bills allowed both underused areas to be put to use for the District.

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

DC residents have fought and died in every American war for a country that continues to deny them voting representation in Congress and full local self-government. Today: Let’s honor 12 who gave their lives on D-Day. Tomorrow: #DCStatehood

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

Closing Dupont Circle for #WorldPride is an unnecessary affront to DC's vibrant LGBTQ+ community, for whom the park holds historical significance. I'm disappointed that NPS is moving forward with the closure, despite MPD rescinding its request and my urging NPS to keep it open.

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Crews close off Dupont Circle Park for WorldPride festivities this weekend (Marissa J. Lang/Washington Post) Main Link | memeorandum Permalink

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

Chatbots are no replacement for federal workers, as demonstrated by the current state of the Social Security Administration, where senior citizens face 98-minute wait times to speak to customer service. I released my remarks from today's Oversight hearing:

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

Job Corps has helped millions of young people learn new skills and find jobs. The Trump admin's nationwide shutdown of the program, including the Potomac JC Center in DC, flies in the face of the president's promise to fund trade schools. bit.ly/4dNYsn9

D.C.-Area Job Corps Students Complete Hazmat Training as Trump Moves to Shut Down Program Nationwide

Despite potential closure, students at Potomac Job Corps Center complete hazardous materials training, preparing them for careers in transportation.

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

DoD’s high-risk challenges, especially related to financial management, are pervasive, complex, and intertwined. The department needs skilled and committed public servants to effectively address those challenges.

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

President Trump and DOGE are also decimating the federal workforce, which serves and protects Americans, and DoD is not exempt from this purge. Secretary Hegseth has announced plans to reduce DoD civilian personnel by 5-8%, which will result in tens of thousands of jobs being cut.

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

Secretary of Defense Hegseth has proven time and again that he cannot be trusted to lead the department or with our national security.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 3(source)

Trump’s proposed DC budget, with its troubling provision to zero out DCTAG, is just another addition to a long list of attacks on the District that I plan to defeat. Statement: bit.ly/4khbDQ2

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 3(source)

The GOP has attempted to divide Americans recently by cruelly attacking the LGBTQI+ community to distract from the harmful Republican agenda. Pride is a celebration and a protest—and I’ve been one to protest. I’m proud to represent DC, the host of #WorldPride2025.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialJun 2(source)

At the start of Pride Month, @maxwellfrost.bsky.social and I introduced a bill to remove the requirement from the REAL ID Act that IDs include a "male" or "female" gender designation. Equality for transgender and nonbinary Americans demands this change. More: bit.ly/4knZ9X3

Norton, Frost Introduce Bill to Remove Gender Designation Requirement from REAL ID Act During Pride Month

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, at the start of Pride Month, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) introduced a bill to remove the requirement from the REAL ID Act that compliant licenses include a gen...

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

Also, did he use AI to write this?

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

Respectfully, how often does Rep. Steube take the Metro? Metro recently surpassed one million daily riders, with 48 consecutive months of ridership growth. The vast majority (80%) of people who rely on it view it positively.

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Sponsored Bills(90)

H.R. 8663 (119th)
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to prohibit discrimination in the payment of w…
H. Res. 1244 (119th)
Recognizing the disenfranchisement of District of Columbia residents, calling for statehood …
H.R. 8420 (119th)
To authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide support to university law school p…
H. Res. 1180 (119th)
Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation'…
H.R. 8227 (119th)
To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in recognition of Paul …

Cosponsored Bills(949)

H. Res. 1268 (119th)
Recognizing the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Postpartum Awareness …
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1266 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" and rec…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1269 (119th)
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8712 (119th)
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require issuers to make certain disclosures …
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8717 (119th)
To amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to permit the construction of c…
Joined: 2026-05-07

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Voting History

51 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
2026-01-22	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
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
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
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Failed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-06-04	H.R. 2483 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed

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