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H.R. 5107: Common-Sense Law Enforcement and Accountability Now in DC Act

This bill, known as the Common-Sense Law Enforcement and Accountability Now in D.C. Act, aims to repeal the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 that was put in place by the District of Columbia Council. Here are the key points of what the bill would do:

Short Title

The bill is referred to as the CLEAN DC Act. This is the official name but does not elaborate on its provisions.

Repeal of Prior Legislation

The primary action of this bill is the repeal of the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022 (D.C. Law 24–345). The repeal means that all the rules, regulations, and provisions that were changed or nullified by the 2022 Act would be reinstated as if that Act had never been enacted. This includes any law or measure that the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act altered.

Implications of Repeal

The repeal would revert policing policies in Washington, D.C., to their state before the implementation of the 2022 Act. This could impact various aspects of law enforcement, including:

Rules regarding police accountability and oversight
Procedures for use of force by police officers
Policies aimed at preventing racial profiling and promoting community safety
Training and operational standards for law enforcement personnel

The bill has significant implications for the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve in Washington, D.C.

Legislative Process

The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 3, 2025, by Mr. Clyde and co-sponsored by several other representatives. As of now, it has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for further consideration.