This bill prohibits landlords in Washington, D.C., from filing or proceeding with tenant evictions on any day when the National Weather Service predicts temperatures at the National Airport station will exceed 95°F (35°C) by 8 a.m. It directly affects D.C. renters and landlords by adding a new exception to eviction proceedings during extreme heat events. The key provision requires the National Weather Service's 8 a.m. forecast for the airport location to trigger the eviction pause. The amendment updates the Rental Housing Act of 1985 to include this temperature-based protection, effective after standard legislative approval processes.
This bill clarifies that properties participating in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program are exempt from Washington, D.C.'s rent stabilization rules under the Rental Housing Act of 1985. It directly affects approximately 100 LIHTC-assisted properties housing over 11,000 affordable units, which faced uncertainty after a court ruling threatened to subject them to rent stabilization. The key provision amends the law to explicitly include LIHTC properties in the existing exemption for federally or publicly subsidized housing. This change ensures these properties remain financially viable for providers while preserving affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents. The bill restores the longstanding interpretation of the exemption without altering the underlying affordability requirements.
This bill (B 26-0421) authorizes the creation of the "Soul of the City Business Improvement District" (BID) in a specific geographic area of Washington, D.C., as defined in the bill's boundary description. It allows the BID to collect local fees (referred to as "BID taxes") from nonexempt properties within its boundaries to fund neighborhood improvements like street cleaning, safety, and beautification. The BID requires Mayor approval before implementation and would operate until its dissolution or the bill's expiration.
This bill amends the 1996 Business Improvement Districts Act to allow the Mayor to approve a petition from the Anacostia Business Improvement District (BID) seeking to expand its geographic area. The expansion would specifically include exempt real property owners adjacent to the current Anacostia BID boundary, as defined in DC Code §2-1215.59. The change directly affects the Anacostia BID by potentially broadening its jurisdiction and the exempt property owners who would fall under its jurisdiction. It does not create new taxes or services but modifies the legal process for BID boundary adjustments. The bill focuses solely on enabling this specific geographic expansion through mayoral approval.
The Housing with Integrity Amendment Act of 2025 targets landlords of properties with 10 or more rental units that repeatedly fail to address serious health and safety violations. It prevents the issuance of new basic business licenses to landlords owning properties where 30% or more units have unresolved Class 1 (e.g., lack of heat, electrical hazards) or Class 2 (e.g., defective plumbing) violations for 90+ days. The bill also establishes a new Tier 1 inspection category requiring twice-yearly checks for properties meeting these violation thresholds. This shifts enforcement responsibility from tenants to landlords, aiming to hold negligent owners accountable for maintaining habitable housing.
The HOMES Omnibus Amendment Act of 2026 is a comprehensive housing package designed to address affordability and supply issues in the District of Columbia by modernizing financing, preserving existing units, and creating new pathways to homeownership. Key provisions include updating tax increment financing to support multiple housing areas, establishing a program to convert vacant and blighted properties into affordable housing, and launching a lease-purchase pilot to help residents transition into ownership. The bill also introduces tax credits for first-time homebuyers, streamlines zoning for small-scale infill development, provides gap financing for stalled construction projects, and creates an advisory council to improve the efficiency of the permitting process. These measures collectively aim to increase housing production, stabilize neighborhoods, and reduce barriers for residents seeking stable housing.
This resolution confirms Ted Trabue, Jr.'s reappointment to the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia for a term ending June 30, 2030. It is a procedural bill requiring the Council of the District of Columbia to formally approve his appointment to this regulatory body. The Public Service Commission oversees utility regulation, including rates, safety, and climate-related energy policies affecting District residents and businesses. The resolution does not change policy but finalizes a nomination submitted by the Mayor.
This resolution confirms Emile Thompson's reappointment as a member and Chairperson of the District of Columbia's Public Service Commission for a term ending June 30, 2030. It directly affects the Commission by formalizing Thompson's leadership role in overseeing utility regulation, including ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable services from local utility companies. The resolution follows standard confirmation procedures under District law, requiring Council approval for the appointment. This is a procedural resolution, not a policy change, and does not alter the Commission's existing responsibilities.
This bill updates D.C. labor laws to explicitly include domestic workers and home care workers under minimum wage and overtime protections. It defines home care workers as individuals providing personal care, supervision, health services, or companionship to seniors and people with disabilities in private homes. The legislation ensures these workers retain local wage standards even if federal protections are reduced, aiming to help the District maintain a stable workforce for its aging population.
This bill modifies the zoning process for the RFK Campus in Washington, D.C., allowing the mayor to propose changes to the Future Land Use Map through a streamlined small area plan rather than the full comprehensive plan amendment process. The legislation applies specifically to the mixed-use portion of the campus development, while the stadium area remains unaffected by these procedural changes. Under this bill, proposed land use amendments must still be submitted to the City Council for consideration, but they would bypass certain environmental assessment and public meeting requirements that currently apply to comprehensive plan amendments. The fiscal impact statement indicates no additional budget impact from this procedural change.
This bill amends the District of Columbia's Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act to strengthen requirements for businesses working on government-assisted projects. It directly affects local businesses seeking certification as certified business enterprises (CBEs), government contractors, and non-profit entities that may receive government contracts. Key provisions include clarifying that CBE applicants must be independently owned and operated, prohibiting beneficiaries from subcontracting to companies where they hold an ownership interest, and establishing new invoicing and payment timelines to ensure timely compensation to subcontractors. The legislation also introduces stricter penalty structures for violations, expands the definition of beneficiaries to include non-profits, and repeals several outdated program requirements. Additionally, it creates uniform hearing procedures for enforcement actions and establishes certification processes that can be activated during public health emergencies.
This bill amends the District of Columbia's Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) program to strengthen rules for local businesses that receive government contracts. It directly affects businesses seeking CBE certification, government agencies managing contracts, and nonprofit entities that may now be included as beneficiaries under the program. Key changes include requiring CBE applicants to be independently owned, establishing new penalties for failing to meet subcontracting goals, mandating regular invoicing every 30 days, and prohibiting beneficiaries from subcontracting to companies in which they have an ownership interest. The legislation also expands hearing procedures for enforcement actions, clarifies contracting requirements, and repeals certain outdated provisions while converting temporary emergency measures into permanent law.
