You're probably referring to the DC handgun ban, which is a law that went into effect in 1975 prohibiting handguns anywhere in the District. It was recently overturned by the Supreme Court, but we'll see if it really makes any changes.
Washington DC was named by george washington.
the citizens of Washington DC are taxed but have no voting rights in Congress
The white house is in Washington DC because Washington DC is the united state's capital. It is head of all the government, and holds all the offices.
Washington is located in DC. The District of Columbia.
How did Washington DC become the nations capital
No, Washington DC does not allow concealed handgun carry, nor do they recognize permits from any other state.
Sept 24, 1976.
No, Washington DC does not allow concealed handgun carry, nor do they recognize permits from any other state.
district of Columbia
District of Columbia
because it isnt
I assume you mean Washington DC. Washington is a state on the west coast. And no, Washington DC is it's own "State".
Well, based on what I assume your question might be, DC in Washington DC stands for District of Columbia.
DC refers to the District of Columbia, which is not a state.
Obama's Mother in law will be staying with the family in Washington, D C.
The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (Pub.L. 103-159, 107 Stat. 1536) was named after James Brady. President Ronald Reagan's Press Secretary, when Mr. Brady was wounded during an attempt to assassinate Pres. Reagan in Washington, DC, by John Hinckley.
The ultimate authority and law over Washington, DC is the Congress of the United States. However, since 1973, many of the major activities of law have been given to a governing council and mayor of the district.