This bill confirms Carol Calomiris as a member of the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission, filling a vacant seat for the remainder of an unexpired term ending December 13, 2026, with a subsequent term extending to December 13, 2029. The resolution authorizes the Council to formally approve her appointment as an attorney admitted to the District Bar who practices real estate law, replacing the previous member Ulani Gulstone. The bill requires the Council to transmit a copy of the adopted resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor, taking effect immediately upon passage. This procedural measure does not alter real estate regulations or policies but completes an administrative appointment process within the existing commission structure.
This bill confirms David Bediz as a member of the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission, filling a vacant seat previously held by Joseph Borger. The resolution officially approves Bediz's appointment as a licensed property manager to serve on the commission for the remainder of an unexpired term ending December 13, 2026, with a subsequent term extending to December 13, 2029. The legislation requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor once adopted. This procedural measure does not alter the commission's rules or powers but formally recognizes Bediz's role within the existing regulatory framework.
This bill confirms the reappointment of Elizabeth Blakeslee, a licensed real estate broker in Washington, DC, to serve as a member of the Real Estate Commission through December 2028. The resolution formally approves the Mayor's nomination of Blakeslee, who has held a DC real estate license since 1990 and has extensive experience in residential real estate sales and community service. Upon adoption, the Council will transmit a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor, and the measure takes effect immediately. This procedural action does not alter existing laws or policies but completes the administrative process for appointing a commission member.
This bill confirms Anthony Graham as a member of the District of Columbia's Real Estate Commission, filling a vacant seat previously held by Frank Pietranton. The resolution authorizes Graham to serve for the remainder of the current term ending December 13, 2026, and for a subsequent term ending December 13, 2029. Graham, a licensed real estate broker from Ward 5, will join the commission which oversees real estate licensing and regulation in the District. The Council must formally adopt this resolution to complete the confirmation process required by the District's confirmation procedures.
This bill confirms Damayra Moses Perez as a member of the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission, filling a vacant seat left by Ramona Barber. The resolution officially approves her appointment as a licensed real estate salesperson to serve on the commission until December 13, 2026, with a subsequent term extending to December 13, 2029. Perez, a Ward 5 resident with over 15 years of real estate experience, will join the commission as one of its voting members to help oversee real estate regulations and policies in the District. The Council must vote to adopt this confirmation resolution, which will then be transmitted to both the nominee and the Mayor.
This bill (B 26-0576) temporarily amends the Department of Transportation Establishment Act to allow the Director to issue a grant to "Friends of Wangari Gardens." The grant would fund the assessment, design, and installation of a water meter and potable water source with a spigot directly on Wangari Gardens property for gardeners' free use. It affects gardeners at Wangari Gardens by providing direct water access and the Department of Transportation Director through the grant process. The amendment expires 225 days after enactment.
This bill temporarily reduces the minimum required long-term lease term from 10 years to 5 years for projects approved under the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development's authority. It specifically requires that any new lease must have at least 3 years remaining on an existing lease as of the application deadline. The change directly affects the Deputy Mayor's office when reviewing and approving long-term development leases. The amendment expires 225 days after it takes effect.
This bill corrects a technical error in the Fraudulent Vehicle Tag and Parking Enforcement Modernization Amendment Act of 2024 by adjusting a reference in the law's appropriations provision. Specifically, it changes a phrase from "Sections 113, 114(b) and 201(c)(2) shall apply" to "Section 201(c)(2) shall apply," fixing an unintended inclusion of other sections. The correction is temporary and will expire 225 days after the bill takes effect. It does not change any substantive parking enforcement rules or directly affect residents or businesses.
This bill temporarily amends DC property tax classification rules to streamline converting commercial buildings to residential use. It requires owners to apply for a "Class 1A" tax classification change (for residential properties) with documentation before the change takes effect, with tax rates applied based on the conversion timing (full year or second tax installment). If properties aren't used residentially within 3 years (or by certificate of occupancy issuance), the tax authority can claw back improperly paid tax rates plus penalties. The law applies to owners converting commercial properties to residential use and expires 225 days after enactment.
This bill temporarily amends the 2024 STEER Act to correct a reference in its funding clause for the District's Intelligent Speed Assistance Program. It modifies Section 8(d) to specify that the program's applicability date aligns with the effective date of this clarification act (February 3, 2026), rather than the original schedule. The amendment applies only to the Intelligent Speed Assistance Program established under the Traffic Act, not to other provisions of the STEER Act. The bill is temporary, expiring 225 days after its effective date. It does not change program requirements or funding levels - only clarifies the implementation timeline.
This bill temporarily modifies energy requirements for certain construction projects in Washington, D.C. It exempts specific types of buildings from net zero energy compliance, including temporary structures (like trailers), small additions under 10,000 square feet, public safety facilities (police/fire stations), and indoor pools (natatoriums). Projects with permits submitted before October 1, 2024, also qualify for the exemption. The changes apply until the Mayor issues final regulations under the Clean Energy DC Building Code Act, providing temporary flexibility for developers of these project types.
This bill prohibits private short-term disability insurance providers from reducing benefits based on District of Columbia paid leave benefits, regardless of where the insurance policy was issued. It directly affects workers who receive both private short-term disability coverage and District-paid leave benefits, as well as the insurance companies providing those policies. The key provision amends two existing laws to make it illegal for insurers to offset or reduce benefits due to District benefits, applying uniformly across all jurisdictions. The amendment is temporary, expiring 225 days after enactment.
