Opioid Crisis and Juvenile Crime Public Emergencies Extension Authorization Temporary Amendment Act of 2024

This bill temporarily amends the District of Columbia Public Emergency Act to allow the Mayor to extend emergency orders addressing the opioid crisis and juvenile crime beyond their initial 15-day expiration. It broadens the definition of a public emergency to include dangerous diseases or conditions and grants the Mayor authority to bypass standard procurement and grant rules for these specific emergencies. To maintain oversight, the Mayor must provide written notice to the City Council before waiving any laws and must submit details of any new contracts or grants within 15 days of awarding them. The legislation is set to expire on September 17, 2024, and applies only to the ongoing public health and safety challenges related to opioids and youth crime.