District of Columbia Bills

This bill confirms Joshua Blecher-Cohen as a public member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights to fill a vacant seat for the remainder of a term ending in December 2027. The resolution formally approves his appointment following a nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser, citing relevant sections of the Confirmation Act and the Human Rights Act. Once adopted by the Council, the resolution will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor and will take effect immediately.

This bill formally confirms Isabelle Vladoiu for a three-year term on the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights, ending December 31, 2029. The resolution allows the Council to officially appoint her to the commission, which investigates discrimination and protects civil rights in the District. Once confirmed, Vladoiu will join other commissioners in reviewing complaints and making recommendations to improve human rights protections for residents. The document also includes her background as a human rights advocate with experience in international diplomacy and community outreach.

This bill is a procedural resolution that confirms the reappointment of Carmen Moreno Sanz as a member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights. The Council will officially approve her nomination for a term ending on December 31, 2029, following the Mayor's recommendation. Upon adoption, the resolution will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor to finalize the appointment process.

This bill proposes to confirm Joel Castón as a member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights, filling a vacant seat for a term ending in December 2028. The legislation authorizes the Council to formally approve Castón's appointment, which is based on his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The resolution requires the Council to send a copy of the confirmation to both the nominee and the Mayor upon adoption.

This bill confirms the reappointment of Adam Maier as a member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights for a term ending December 31, 2029. The resolution formalizes Mayor Muriel Bowser's nomination of Maier, who has extensive experience in government administration and human services. The Council's action is a procedural step to complete the confirmation process required by existing confirmation laws.

This bill confirms Jordyn White as a member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights to fill a vacant seat left by Antonesia Wiley. The resolution authorizes White to serve for the remainder of an unexpired term ending December 31, 2028, following her nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Once adopted by the Council, the resolution will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor to formalize her appointment.

This bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves Jennifer Wade's appointment to the Green Finance Authority Board in the District of Columbia. The resolution confirms her role as a board member with expertise in clean energy, clean infrastructure, clean transportation, stormwater management, or green infrastructure, filling a vacant seat for the remainder of an unexpired term ending July 9, 2028. The bill requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor upon adoption. This is a procedural measure that facilitates the appointment process rather than creating new policy or funding mechanisms.

The LEARNS Amendment Act of 2025 requires the District of Columbia Department of Corrections (DOC) to evaluate incarcerated students for special education services if they weren't assessed before entering custody, and to continue services for those with existing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). It also sets specific qualifications for the contractor providing these services and mandates DOC to create a public online system tracking resident complaints and service requests, including resolution timelines and contact information for oversight bodies. This bill directly affects students in DC Jail who need special education services but previously lacked a pathway for evaluation while incarcerated. The legislation makes permanent changes previously implemented through temporary measures, ensuring all eligible incarcerated students can access appropriate educational support.

The Juvenile Curfew Amendment Act of 2025 establishes a uniform curfew for youth in the District of Columbia, starting at 11 p.m. daily (including weekends and summer) and extending to cover 17-year-olds (previously limited to ages 16 and under). It authorizes the Chief of Police to create "extended curfew zones" in specific areas where the curfew begins at 8 p.m. and runs until 6 a.m. for up to four consecutive days, with community groups able to petition for these zones. The bill also allows the Mayor to declare emergency curfews for public safety in response to immediate threats. These changes aim to enhance enforcement flexibility while protecting both youth and public safety.

This bill clarifies that the District of Columbia's Department of Health Care Finance (DHCF) must cover and reimburse remote patient monitoring for specific health metrics during pregnancy and up to 12 months postpartum. It specifically requires coverage for remote monitoring of blood pressure and blood glucose levels, directly affecting pregnant individuals and new mothers in DC who manage conditions like gestational hypertension (8.5% prevalence) or gestational diabetes (5% prevalence). The amendment narrows the scope of the 2013 Telehealth Reimbursement Act to focus exclusively on these two health metrics, addressing prior budget concerns about broad digital health coverage. This change aims to improve maternal health outcomes by enabling early complication detection, as supported by studies showing 43% better postpartum blood pressure control with such monitoring.

The Judith Heumann Memorial Workers with Disabilities Act of 2025 would create a District of Columbia program allowing employed residents with disabilities to maintain Medicaid health coverage while earning income above current eligibility limits. It establishes a "Medicaid Buy-In" system where participants pay modest monthly premiums based on income relative to the Federal Poverty Level, avoiding the current dilemma where people earning over $1,305/month (single) or $1,763/month (two-person household) lose Medicaid coverage. Eligible individuals must be DC residents aged 16-64 with a federally defined disability, currently employed (with a temporary unemployment grace period), and enrolled through the Department of Health Care Finance. The program includes hardship exemptions for premium payments and allows "Independence Accounts" for savings toward self-sufficiency expenses, while participants receive standard Medicaid health services through participating providers.

This ceremonial resolution honors DC Central Kitchen for reaching a milestone of 2,500 graduates from its Culinary Job Training Program. The bill formally recognizes the organization's work since 1990 in providing free culinary and life skills training to District residents facing challenges such as homelessness, incarceration, and addiction. By celebrating this achievement, the Council acknowledges the program's partnerships with local businesses and its role in creating career pathways for returning citizens. The resolution does not alter laws or funding but serves to publicly acknowledge the program's impact and history.