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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

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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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Eleanor Holmes Norton

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Rep. Steny Hoyer@hoyer.house.govApr 30(source)

Cuts to Medicaid would decimate emergency services, raise costs, & diminish reliable health care in the nation's capital. I led a letter with @eleanornorton.bsky.social & Sen. @vanhollen.senate.gov to condemn the impact these cuts would have in our region & beyond. hoyer.house.gov/media/press-...

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

Republicans are considering reducing DC's Medicaid federal match by 20%, which would devastate DC and those from other places who get care in DC, including federal officials, their staffs, visitors, and children from all 50 states who get care at Children's National. More: bit.ly/4jI4b03

Republican Medicaid cuts could mean ‘Armageddon’ in D.C., official says

House Republican proposals to slash government spending on Medicaid could devastate the insurance program that covers 40 percent of District residents.

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

Join us tonight!

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialApr 28(source)

I was pleased to attend today’s announcement on the redevelopment and revitalization of the RFK campus, now under the District’s control thanks to my bill to transfer administrative jurisdiction of the campus from the federal government.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialApr 28(source)

It's past time for the federal government to catch up with the American people and legalize adult-use marijuana nationally. Until then, Congress should keep its #HandsOffDC's cannabis policy, as I said today at the National Cannabis Policy Summit.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialApr 28(source)

To ensure that the head of CSOSA for DC and director of the Pretrial Services Agency are connected to the residents they serve, I introduced a bill to require them to reside in DC during their terms. Statement: bit.ly/3YTwaRY

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

Join me at a reception this Wednesday, 4/30 at DCA Historic Terminal A from 5:30-7:00 pm to celebrate students from across DC who participated in the 44th Annual Congressional Art Competition.

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

My constituent’s father, Tofig Yagublu, is on day 24 of his hunger strike in Azerbaijani prison and is rapidly losing weight. According to @hrw and @amnesty, Tofig is a political prisoner. I urge @presidentaz to provide him with proper medical care and ultimately release him.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)

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Tofig Yagublu is an Azerbaijani activist who, according to @hrw and @amnesty, is being held political prisoner for his political activities and to deter other government critics. Tofiq is also the father of one of my constituents. I urge @SecRubio to secure his release.

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

More than 2,000 DC residents are serving sentences in BOP facilities across the country, far from their support systems. I introduced my bill to require them to be placed within 250 miles of DC, increasing their chances for successful reentry.

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

Fertility challenges don’t discriminate—and neither should access to care. This #NationalInfertilityAwarenessWeek, I’m proud to support policies that uplift all families, regardless of who they are or where they live.

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

The Trump admin admitted Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported mistakenly, yet he remains imprisoned in El Salvador. I joined my colleagues in writing to President Trump requesting an immediate update and urging his administration to comply with the Supreme Court’s order and facilitate his return.

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

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests billions in cleaner and greener roads, bridges, transportation options, EV infrastructure and more. This #EarthDay, I’m celebrating these game-changing investments which are putting DC on track for a greener future.

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

Pope Francis was the embodiment of compassion and kindness. His teachings helped make the world a better place. Although he’s physically gone, his work bringing the church forward will inspire future generations.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialApr 17(source)

I introduced my resolution recognizing the single largest known slave escape in American history, which happened in DC on the ship the Pearl. Especially now, DC residents should be encouraged thinking of these brave people who succeeded despite all odds. norton.house.gov/media/press-...

Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Historic Escape Attempt by Slaves in D.C. on Ship

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today introduced a resolution commemorating the 1848 slave escape that occurred in D.C. on the ship the Pearl.

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

I introduced my Emancipation Day resolution to mark the date when President Lincoln freed 3,100 enslaved individuals in DC, nine months before the Emancipation Proclamation. The holiday has new significance this year, as DC is actively denied autonomy over its own local budget.

Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Emancipation Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) introduced her resolution commemorating Emancipation Day. Emancipation Day, which is an official holiday in D.C., honors the date in 1862 ...

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

I've raised the alarm about oversaturated airspace and runway crowding at DCA for years, yet Congress added 10 flights in 2024. We’ve now seen two collisions at DCA in the last three months. Today's ground collision had members of Congress on board. We cannot let this continue.

Rep. Gregory Meeks

@meeks.house.gov

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I'm safe after another plane clipped our wing while on the runway at DCA. This close call underscores the urgent need for more FAA funding—people’s lives are at stake. Cuts & firing FAA employees are not the answer. Seven members of Congress were on board with dozens of other concerned passengers.

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

After Senator Mike Lee told WaPo he’d introduce yet another piece of anti-home rule legislation, I urged him to turn his attention to his own constituents and cease his harassment of mine. DC can handle its own affairs. More: bit.ly/42p9tWZ

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

Today on Dolores Huerta's birthday I'm standing with @RepSylviaGarcia as she leads the charge to create a national Dolores Huerta Day — honoring a labor leader and feminist activist who showed us that justice takes courage. #SiSePuede

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

Thank you to the group from DC's own Capital Village PCS for stopping by my office on Capitol Hill to learn more about what I do in Congress!

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

Thank you!

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