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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

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 · 91 sponsored · 961 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

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.

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

I was pleased to be recognized by George Washington University recently as an honorary Doctor of Public Service for my work representing DC in Congress and advocating for women, equality, and human rights my entire career. Thank you, GWU. More: bit.ly/4jtI6Sb

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

I introduced my bill to allow state and local governments to impose a sales tax on purchases at gift shops on federal property. This would be an important revenue source for DC, which hosts a number of gift shops on federal property and millions of visitors annually.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)@eleanornorton.bsky.socialMay 27(source)

In a major step in the right direction for consumer rights, Senator Duckworth and I announced that our bill to strengthen consumer protections against fraud involving residential moving companies passed out of Senate committee. Statement: bit.ly/43MHimu

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

DC residents have fought and died in every war since the American Revolution, all without the full and equal rights that can only come with #DCStatehood. I introduced a resolution ahead of Memorial Day to recognize their sacrifices. Statement: bit.ly/3FlQRj3

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

As a co-chair of the Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome, I’m a proud co-lead of the DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act, which would provide robust funding for Down syndrome research at NIH to enhance the quality of life of people with Down syndrome.

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

The killing of two young Israeli embassy staff in DC last night weighs heavily on me. It’s a stark example of rising antisemitism in the US and my thoughts are with the victims’ families and loved ones. Let me be clear: Bigotry, violence and hatred have no home in DC.

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

The constituents of House Republicans would be better served if their reps focused on their own districts instead of condescendingly attacking DC's choices. I'll work to ensure the anti-home rule bills passed by Oversight today stop there. Statement: bit.ly/3ShBnQ6

Norton Calls Committee Markup of Two Anti-Home Rule Bills to Overturn D.C. Laws Paternalistic, Undemocratic

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) said that the two bills marked up and passed by the Committee on Oversight and Accountability today represent the continuation of paternal...

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

Rep. Connolly was an ally to DC who boldly fought on behalf of federal workers even as he waged a personal war against cancer. DC will not soon forget his support for #DCStatehood and home rule. I send my sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.

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

Like President Trump and the National Fraternal Order of Police, I call on the House to immediately pass the DC Local Funds Act.

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

Nine weeks ago today, the Senate passed the DC Local Funds Act to reverse the cut, but the bill is now just sitting in the House.

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

That act of fiscal sabotage, which did not save the federal government any money, has led to a freeze on overtime, hiring and pay raises, and furloughs or layoffs may be next.

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

The timing of the introduction and markup of this bill is stunning. It was introduced 3 days after House Republicans passed a continuing resolution that cut DC’s local budget by one billion dollars.

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

The text says repealing the police discipline provisions is necessary to combat rising violent crime in DC and to improve the retention and recruitment of police officers.

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

Let’s discuss the justification and timing of this bill, though it is always wrong and never the right time for Congress to legislate on local DC matters.

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Sponsored Bills(91)

H.R. 8731 (119th)
To provide a short-term disability insurance program for Federal employees for disabilities …
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'…

Cosponsored Bills(961)

H. Res. 1292 (119th)
To acknowledge the Black Women Best framework to empower and improve life for all through gu…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H. Res. 1285 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that over 25 years of real-world eviden…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8807 (119th)
To authorize appropriations for data collection, surveillance, and research on maternal heal…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8811 (119th)
To address maternal mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and for other purp…
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8814 (119th)
To prohibit the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from authorizing the exchange of …
Joined: 2026-05-14

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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

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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