District of Columbia Bills

This is a procedural resolution (not a policy bill) confirming Mayor Bowser's appointment of Michelle Yan to fill a vacant seat on the Public Charter School Board. It directs the Council to confirm Yan's appointment, which expires February 24, 2027, to replace Dwight Davis. The resolution has no policy provisions - its sole purpose is to formally approve the nomination. It affects the Public Charter School Board's composition but does not alter education policy or funding.

This is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a policy bill. It formally confirms Mayor Bowser's appointment of Maura Marino to fill a vacant seat on the Public Charter School Board, which was previously held by Nick Rodriguez. Marino, a longtime education nonprofit leader with experience in DC public school reform, will serve the remainder of the unexpired term ending February 24, 2029. The resolution requires the Council to approve her appointment and transmit the confirmation to her and the Mayor's office.

This is a procedural confirmation resolution (PR 26-0435), not a substantive bill. It formally confirms Mayor Bowser's nomination of Carisa Stanley Beatty for reappointment to the Public Charter School Board. The resolution confirms her appointment for a term ending February 24, 2030, as required by District law. It does not create new policy or affect any specific group beyond this routine confirmation process for an existing board position.

This bill removes a $250 million debt cap on bonds the District of Columbia can issue for energy efficiency projects under the 2010 Energy Efficiency Financing Act. It directly affects the District government, allowing it to borrow more funds for qualifying energy efficiency improvements without the previous limit. The key provision amends Section 202(a) of the existing law by deleting the $250 million restriction. The bill is classified as an emergency measure, effective for 90 days after approval. It does not change the purpose of the financing program but expands the District's borrowing capacity for these projects.

This bill delays the effective date of financial reporting requirements for certain District of Columbia boards and commissions. It amends an existing law to specify that these requirements will not apply before April 3, 2026 (instead of the original effective date). The change directly affects boards and commissions subject to Section 5710 of Title 3 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations. The amendment is structured as an emergency measure, effective upon Council approval with a 90-day expiration.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0014 and M0015) for a housing program with Wheeler Creek Estates Community Development Corporation. It authorizes up to $1,066,327.04 in payments for services already provided and to be provided under the "Permanent Supportive Housing III" program during option period three (July 2025-June 2026). The program provides case management, utility assistance, and financial aid to chronically homeless individuals and families to help them secure stable housing and achieve self-sufficiency. The bill directly affects residents served by this program and the community development corporation managing it.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0013 and M0014) for DC Doors, Inc. to continue providing case management services under the District's Permanent Supportive Housing III (PSH3) program. It authorizes payment up to $1,043,954.56 for services already delivered and to be delivered in the contract's third option year, supporting chronically homeless individuals with housing stability and access to supportive services. The bill directly affects DC Doors, Inc. (the service provider) and participants in the PSH3 program who receive housing assistance and case management.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0012 and M0013) to an existing agreement (CW100360) with CORE DC, LLC for permanent supportive housing services. It authorizes $1,089,834.52 to continue case management, utility assistance, and financial aid for chronically homeless individuals and families under the District's Permanent Supportive Housing III program. The modifications extend the contract for a third option year (July 2025-June 2026), allowing CORE DC to provide ongoing support to help residents transition from homelessness to stable housing. The funding directly supports vulnerable residents experiencing homelessness and covers services already delivered and to be delivered under the modified contract.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0014 and M0015) for an existing agreement with Transitional Housing Corporation (doing business as Housing Up) to continue providing permanent supportive housing services. It specifically authorizes payment for the third option year of the contract, totaling up to $1,669,769.72, for case management, utility assistance, and financial support to chronically homeless individuals and families. The services aim to help participants transition from homelessness into stable housing and achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The bill does not create new policy but formally approves an existing contract extension for an ongoing program.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0013 and M0014) to an existing agreement with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, Inc., for permanent supportive housing services. It authorizes payment of up to $1,185,376.98 for case management, utility assistance, and financial aid provided to homeless individuals and families under the District’s Permanent Supportive Housing III program. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on approving the contract extension and payment authorization without creating new policy. It requires emergency Council approval to expedite funding for ongoing services.

This bill approves two contract modifications (M0002 and M0003) for an existing agreement with Brandywine Valley SPCA to continue providing animal control services in Washington, D.C. It specifically authorizes $8.17 million for the period October 2025 through September 2026 to operate the District's animal shelter and manage animal disease prevention. The contract modification is treated as an emergency measure under District law. This procedural bill does not create new policy but formally approves an existing service contract renewal for a contractor already providing these essential public health and safety services.