This ceremonial resolution honors the organizers and participants of "Recess at the Capitol," an advocacy event where over 700 District residents (including students and community members) urged Congress to restore the District's budget after a $1.1 billion cut in March 2025. It specifically recognizes the event's role in inspiring civic engagement, including student-led advocacy at a second event on April 7, 2025. The resolution has no legal effect but formally commends the organizers and participants for their efforts to promote civic participation.
This ceremonial resolution honors Specialist Sarah Beckstrom (U.S. Army National Guard) and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe (U.S. Air Force National Guard) for their service and bravery after they were attacked while on duty near Farragut West Metro Station in Washington, D.C., on November 26, 2025. It specifically acknowledges Beckstrom’s death from injuries sustained during the attack (at age 20) and Wolfe’s critical condition at the time of the resolution. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition by the D.C. Council, expressing condolences and commendation for their military service. It does not impact any laws, funding, or government actions.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0114) formally recognizes the Washington School for Girls' campus expansion at D.C.'s Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus (THEARC), scheduled for a December 9, 2025 ribbon-cutting. It celebrates the $25 million, 33,000-square-foot facility - featuring expanded classrooms, labs, and outdoor learning spaces - as a milestone for the school serving girls in grades 3-8 from underserved communities. The resolution has no binding effect, as it only expresses the Council's endorsement of the expansion's significance for educational equity and community development.
This bill designates the District of Columbia as the "Official Sports Capital of the United States" and requires the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (Events DC) to create a plan promoting DC as the nation's premier sports destination. The plan must include attracting major events, supporting youth sports programs, partnering with teams, and marketing DC's sports infrastructure. It directly affects Events DC (which must submit a 120-day implementation report) and DC's sports venues, teams, and community programs. The bill is symbolic - no new funding or regulations are created - but aims to enhance DC's national recognition as a sports hub, building on existing venues like Nationals Park and events like the NBA All-Star Game.
This bill temporarily amends two District of Columbia laws to expand the immunization guidelines healthcare providers can follow. It replaces references to "CDC guidelines" with "CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) or a competent medical/public health organization designated by the DC Health Director." This change directly affects healthcare providers (like clinics and hospitals) and minor patients, allowing them to use approved guidelines from organizations beyond CDC, as designated by the Health Director. The amendment expires 225 days after enactment, making it a temporary adjustment to vaccination protocols.
This bill temporarily authorizes the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development to issue a grant in Fiscal Years 2025 or 2026 to the African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation, Inc. The grant is specifically for redeveloping the African American Civil War Museum located at 1925 Vermont Avenue, N.W. It amends existing law to bypass standard grant procedures for this single project, with the authority expiring 225 days after the bill takes effect. The bill directly affects the Foundation as the grant recipient and the Deputy Mayor as the grant issuer.
This bill extends the Streatery Program (which allows restaurants to operate outdoor seating) through December 31, 2025, and adjusts fee deadlines for licensees. It requires most businesses to pay annual fees by April 1, 2025, while certain cannabis retailers (classes C/T, D/T, C/N, D/N, or B) must pay by September 30, 2025. The bill also clarifies medical cannabis store location rules near schools: existing license holders who applied before October 1, 2024, may operate within 300 feet of schools (instead of the usual 400 feet), with specific exceptions for applications during a defined 90-day period. These changes directly affect restaurants using streatery permits and medical cannabis retailers seeking location approvals.
The Fiscal Year 2025 Revised Local Budget Temporary Act of 2025 is a temporary budget measure for the District of Columbia's 2025 fiscal year. It addresses a projected $1 billion revenue shortfall over four years, driven by federal job losses and reduced economic activity. The bill adjusts spending to balance the budget while maintaining critical services like public safety, schools, and infrastructure. It directly affects city government operations and funding allocations for residents and essential city programs.
This ceremonial resolution formally recognizes Labyrinth Games and Puzzles on its 15th anniversary as a community-focused business in Capitol Hill. It honors the store’s retail offerings, community events (like Educator Nights and used game sales raising over $15,000 annually for schools), and its role as a gathering space, citing its 2024 "Retailer of the Year" award and other local recognitions. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Council’s appreciation for the business’s contributions to the Eastern Market small business community.
This ceremonial resolution honors Reverend Graylan Hagler for his decades of activism and ministry, specifically recognizing his 30-year service as Senior Minister at Plymouth Congregational UCC in Washington, D.C., and his work on racial, economic, and social justice. It formally acknowledges his lifelong commitment to causes like anti-apartheid efforts, worker rights, affordable housing, and interfaith advocacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of recognition with no direct effect on residents or legislation. It is intended to celebrate his legacy as a moral leader in the District.
This resolution declares an emergency to temporarily amend the Block Party Act for the 2025 PorchFest events. It clarifies that individual residents hosting musical performances on their porches as part of neighborhood PorchFest gatherings (like Petworth and Adams Morgan) qualify for standard block party permits - not costly special event permits. The resolution prevents permit denials for these volunteer-led events, ensuring they can proceed this spring without complex or expensive applications. It’s a temporary measure until permanent legislative changes are finalized.
This emergency resolution approves two contract modifications (M0012 and M0013) to an existing agreement with Jaydot LLC for case management services under the Permanent Supportive Housing III program. The modifications extend the contract for services from July 2025 through June 2026, totaling $1,508,069.48, to cover the remainder of the third option year. Council approval is required under District law because the modifications exceed $1 million in a 12-month period, enabling payment for services already provided and to be provided. The resolution ensures continued housing support services for program participants without interruption.
