This bill amends DC law to regulate outdoor dining areas serving alcohol ("streateries") at locations under the Washington Convention and Sports Authority. It requires alcohol businesses operating streateries to obtain a new endorsement or license from the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board, pay a $100 application fee, and undergo a 45-day public comment period. Existing businesses must apply for these endorsements by December 31, 2025, or stop serving alcohol outdoors. The law specifically affects retailers with commercial street frontage at the Convention Center area that sell food and alcohol for on-premises consumption.
This bill amends the Block Party Act to specifically allow residents hosting Porchfest events - a neighborhood music festival where performers play on porches or yards - to apply for block party permits. It requires musical activities to occur solely on personal property (not streets) and prohibits any fees for participants or attendees. The amendment ensures the Department of Public Works cannot deny permits for Porchfest events held on the same date as other block parties. It directly affects District residents organizing or participating in these community music gatherings.
This bill approves three contract modifications (M04, M05, and M06) for an existing agreement between the District of Columbia's Department of General Services (DGS) and AAA Complete Building Services, Inc. It authorizes payment of $2,736,751.60 for property management services - including maintenance, repairs, and operations - at the John A. Wilson Building (the Council’s headquarters) - for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The modifications extend the contract’s option year two, covering services from October 2025 through September 2026. As a routine contract approval, it does not create new policy but formalizes existing service agreements.
This bill approves two contract modifications (M0011 and M0012) for Friendship Place to continue providing permanent supportive housing services under an existing agreement. It authorizes payment of $1,865,355.10 for case management, utility assistance, and financial aid to chronically homeless individuals and families in Washington, D.C. The modifications extend the third option year of the contract (July 2025-June 2026), allowing Friendship Place to maintain services that help residents transition from homelessness to stable housing. This is a procedural payment authorization for an ongoing program, not a new policy.
This bill approves two contract modifications (M0012 and M0013) to an existing agreement with Jaydot LLC for the District's Permanent Supportive Housing III program. It authorizes payment of up to $1,508,069.48 for case management, utility assistance, and financial support services provided to chronically homeless individuals and families. The modifications extend the contract's option year three, continuing housing stability services for vulnerable residents transitioning from homelessness. The program aims to help participants achieve long-term housing and self-sufficiency through targeted support services.
This bill reduces the annual fee for outdoor dining permits (streateries) in Washington, D.C., to no more than $15 per square foot, directly benefiting restaurants and businesses using public sidewalks for outdoor seating. It delays enforcement of streatery rules until January 15, 2026, and allows the Public Space Committee to waive specific requirements (like minimum distances from curb cuts or height limits) if safety risks are avoided. The bill also declares the District’s policy to promote streateries as a way to support local businesses and enhance public dining scenes, while requiring the committee to prioritize recommendations from the Old Georgetown Board for designs in that neighborhood.
This bill approves three contract modifications (M0015, M0016, and M0017) to an existing agreement (CW100384) with Community of Hope, Inc., for its Permanent Supportive Housing III program. It authorizes payment of up to $2,172,341.30 for services already provided and to be provided under the modifications. The program assists chronically homeless individuals and families by providing case management, utility assistance, and financial support to help them transition into stable housing and achieve self-sufficiency. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on contract approval and payment authorization for an existing service, not creating new policy.
This bill approves payment for a $1,909,658.58 contract modification with Carahsoft Technology Corporation to provide Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the District of Columbia's Department of Health Care Finance. It authorizes payment for modernizing healthcare systems and improving citizen access to healthcare services and benefit programs under Contract CW114997 and Modifications M007, M008, and M009. The bill directly affects the District government's healthcare IT infrastructure, specifically enabling the use of AWS services from October 2025 through September 2026. As a procedural payment authorization, it does not create new policy but approves existing contract terms.
This bill (B 26-0265) is a proposed budget document submitted by Mayor Bowser to the DC Council as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 "Grow DC" budget plan. It addresses a projected $1 billion revenue shortfall from federal job losses by proposing targeted spending adjustments and new investments to grow the economy and maintain city services. Key provisions include $171 million for Capital One Arena improvements, $24 million for a tech startup fund, tax reductions for businesses (like lowering the Universal Paid Leave tax), and $30 million for police hiring. The budget aims to support DC residents and businesses through economic growth initiatives while "rightsizing" spending amid financial challenges. This is a funding proposal, not a legislative act, and forms part of a larger budget package submitted to the Council.
This bill temporarily clarifies that the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, not just the District of Columbia Board of Education, has authority to set rules for volunteers working with the Attorney General's office. It amends the 1977 Volunteers Services Act by updating the governing body reference in the law. The change is effective for 225 days after enactment, making it a short-term adjustment to avoid confusion about who oversees volunteer programs. This directly affects the Attorney General's office, which manages volunteer programs under its authority. The bill makes no changes to volunteer program requirements or funding, only clarifying administrative authority.
This bill amends two District of Columbia laws to expand which immunization guidelines healthcare providers must follow. It replaces references to "CDC guidelines" with "CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) or other designated medical/public health organizations" for both general healthcare providers (under the Health Occupations Act) and vaccination consent for minors (under the Consent for Vaccination Act). The change allows the DC Department of Health to designate additional organizations whose immunization schedules providers can use. This directly affects healthcare providers across DC and parents/guardians making vaccination decisions for minors. The amendment is an emergency measure intended to take effect immediately and last up to 90 days.
This bill restructures the District of Columbia Housing Authority's governing board, requiring residents to elect two board members (with terms starting in 2025 and 2026) and mandating the Mayor appoint seven members with specific expertise (e.g., federal housing law, affordable housing finance). It updates reporting requirements from monthly to quarterly and revises the resident bill of rights. The changes directly affect DC Housing Authority residents, governance, and the Authority's operations. The bill also adjusts board stipends and includes transition rules for current board members.
