Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, now in her fifteenth term as the Congresswoman for the District of Columbia, has been named one of the 100 most important American women in one survey and one of the most powerful women in Washington in another. The Congresswoman’s work for full congressional voting representation and for full democracy for the people of the District of Columbia continues her lifelong struggle for universal human and civil rights.
Congresswoman Norton’s accomplishments in breaking barriers for her disempowered district are matched by her success in bringing home unique economic benefits to her constituents. During her tenure, Norton has held senatorial courtesy to recommend federal judges, the U.S. Attorney, and other significant federal law enforcement positions for the District; secures funding for the District of Columbia Tuition Assistance Grant Program, DCTAG, which helps pay for D.C. students to attend any U.S. public college or university; and a unique $5,000 D.C. homebuyer tax credit, which sharply increased home ownership in the District during its enactment.