Behavioral Health Housing Voucher Transparency Amendment Act of 2025
This bill (B 26-0091) requires the District of Columbia's Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) to create a secure online portal and a standardized checklist for housing voucher applications. It directly affects DC residents applying for behavioral health housing, DBH caseworkers, and property managers. Key provisions include a real-time portal showing application status, automated reminders for deadlines, and a published checklist detailing required documents, submission timelines, and responsible parties. The bill mandates these changes to reduce processing delays, prevent document loss, and improve transparency in the housing voucher process.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 29, 2025
Last action Dec 10, 2025
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Feb 4, 2025
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Referred to Committee on Health
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Jan 29, 2025
Introduced
B26-0091 Introduced by Councilmember Henderson at Office of the Secretary
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Christina Henderson
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