This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $460 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to assist Provident Group - Bison Properties Inc. with three main financial activities. The funds will be used to pay off three existing bond series from 2022, purchase a long-term lease for the Mary M. Bethune Annex student dormitory at Howard University, and cover maintenance and safety upgrades for several student housing buildings. The legislation explicitly states that these bonds are not backed by the District's general funds or tax power, meaning the city has no financial liability if the project fails.
This bill clarifies how the District of Columbia can share client data between different health and human service agencies to help determine eligibility for federal and local benefits. Specifically, it allows the Family Services Administration to share information with the Economic Security Administration to streamline time limit exemptions for SNAP recipients, reducing the administrative burden on these customers. The legislation achieves this by updating existing laws to explicitly permit data sharing under established confidentiality rules and by refining the legal definition of which government entities are authorized to participate in these data exchanges.
The Wealth Proceeds Tax Amendment Act of 2026 proposes a new 3 percent surcharge on passive income, such as capital gains, dividends, and interest, for high-income District of Columbia residents. This tax would apply to individuals earning over $400,000 annually and married couples earning over $500,000, targeting wealth generated without active labor. The legislation amends the local tax code to create a permanent provision for this surcharge, which is estimated to raise hundreds of millions of dollars for the city's general fund. By taxing unearned income from investments, the bill aims to broaden the tax base and reduce reliance on funding cuts to essential services like housing and healthcare.
This bill authorizes the redevelopment of DC United's Audi Field by allowing the team and the District to enter a public-private financing agreement for a project costing at least $620 million. The plan includes installing a climate-controlling roof, expanding seating capacity by 8,000 seats, and building ancillary housing with at least 148 affordable units. To fund the initiative, the District will contribute $300 million over five years while the team provides at least $320 million, with the goal of hosting over 100 new annual events. The legislation also establishes a new preservation fund, grants tax exemptions on excess revenue, and imposes additional sales taxes on ticket sales and certain goods sold at the stadium.
This bill expands the District of Columbia's Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to include certified addiction counselors, allowing them to receive debt repayment in exchange for working in underserved areas. It also clarifies that the program can cover up to 100% of eligible professionals' student loans, with maximum repayment caps ranging from $45,000 to $200,000 depending on their specific role and service commitment. Additionally, the legislation grants the Mayor the authority to adjust annual repayment amounts and allocation procedures based on available funding and the Consumer Price Index. These changes aim to improve access to healthcare for District residents by incentivizing medical and mental health professionals to work in Health Professional Shortage Areas.
The Housing Investment Protection Act of 2026 aims to support tenants and protect housing investments by clarifying rules for repairs and expanding affordable housing options. It allows the District of Columbia Housing Authority to temporarily transfer rental assistance to different properties while units undergo renovations and expands eligibility for the Local Rental Supplement Program to include very low-income residents. The bill also updates tenant definitions to clarify who can exercise purchase rights under the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act and streamlines the process for the Mayor to buy buildings to preserve affordable units. Additionally, the legislation improves the eviction court process by setting specific hearing timelines and modernizing how eviction notices are delivered to ensure predictability for both landlords and tenants.
This bill expands the District of Columbia Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to include certified addiction counselors, allowing them to receive loan repayment assistance similar to other eligible health professionals. It also updates the program's financial limits, setting the maximum total repayment at $90,000 for full-time participants and $45,000 for part-time participants in general roles, while higher amounts apply to specific medical specialties. Additionally, the legislation shifts the schedule for annual loan repayments from a fixed statutory rule to a flexible regulatory schedule managed by the Department of Health. These changes aim to help recruit and retain healthcare workers, including addiction counselors, in underserved areas of the District by reducing their student debt burden.
This bill declares an emergency to allow the District of Columbia Department of Health to adjust the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program due to a lack of funding. It specifically adds certified addiction counselors to the list of eligible health professionals and grants the Department authority to modify repayment amounts and allocation procedures based on available federal funds. The legislation aims to prevent the program from running out of money, which would otherwise force cuts to other healthcare services in underserved areas or reduce the number of participating providers. By removing mandatory minimum repayment requirements, the bill ensures the Department can continue recruiting and retaining providers without creating unfunded financial obligations.
This bill expands the District of Columbia Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to include certified addiction counselors, allowing them to receive loan repayment assistance similar to other eligible medical professionals. It also updates the maximum repayment amounts for various health roles, such as increasing the cap for other health professionals to $90,000 and adjusting limits for physicians and dentists based on whether they work full-time or part-time. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that these maximum amounts are not mandatory and gives the Department of Health flexibility to adjust repayment schedules and allocation procedures according to available funding. These changes aim to help recruit and retain healthcare workers in underserved areas of the District while ensuring the program can meet its contractual obligations.
This bill proposes renaming the section of Benning Road SE in Ward 7, located between H Street SE and Southern Avenue SE, to "Willie J. Hardy Way." The change is intended to honor Willie J. Hardy, a longtime community advocate and former Ward 7 Councilmember who dedicated her career to supporting families through anti-poverty services and public service. By formally designating the street with her name, the legislation symbolically recognizes her legacy and contributions to the local community. The act requires approval from the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period before it becomes effective.
This bill amends the Language Access Act of 2004 to grant the Mayor of the District of Columbia the authority to create specific rules that enforce the law's requirements for language access. By adding a new provision to the existing statute, the legislation allows the Mayor's office to issue regulations that clarify how government agencies must provide services and documents in languages other than English. The changes apply retroactively to the date the original Language Access Act took effect and will become official after the Mayor signs the bill and a thirty-day congressional review period concludes.
This temporary bill clarifies how the District of Columbia Department of Human Services can share client data between its Family Services and Economic Security divisions to determine eligibility for health and human service programs. By updating existing data-sharing laws, the legislation allows the department to more efficiently process time limit exemptions for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients, specifically helping those classified as able-bodied adults without dependents. The act also broadens the definition of "agency" to include subdivisions of government entities, ensuring smoother coordination across different health and social service units. These changes are designed to reduce administrative burdens on current benefit recipients while remaining in effect for 225 days.
