This bill proposes to disapprove a $32.5 million contract with HME, Inc. to purchase up to 24 fire engine pumpers for the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department. The legislation aims to prevent a large-scale purchase from a manufacturer with which the District has no prior experience, citing concerns about potential quality issues and budget strain from bulk orders. The resolution recommends that the Department instead order a smaller quantity of vehicles or choose from established manufacturers with proven track records before committing to such a significant procurement. If passed, the Council would reject the proposed contract and direct the Mayor's office to reconsider the procurement strategy for the fire fleet.
The Transparent Rates and Utility Expenses (TRUE) Amendment Act of 2026 requires Washington D.C. housing providers to clearly itemize all utility charges - such as electricity, gas, water, and sewage - before tenants apply for a rental unit and throughout their tenancy. It mandates that providers disclose how charges are calculated (e.g., based on square footage or occupancy), provide contact details for third-party billers, and include these details in lease agreements. If providers fail to disclose these details, utility charges become unenforceable, and tenants gain the right to "redeem" overdue utility payments before facing eviction - mirroring existing rent redemption protections. This bill directly affects renters and landlords in D.C. by reducing hidden costs and increasing transparency around housing expenses.
The Housing Production Omnibus Amendment Act of 2026 replaces the District of Columbia's Housing Production Trust Fund with a new Housing Opportunity Fund, organized into five dedicated funding streams: building new housing, subsidizing deeply affordable units, preserving existing affordable housing, supporting tenant purchases of buildings, and using public land for housing development. Key provisions include allowing the District's retirement funds to invest in local housing projects, giving the government more authority to acquire land in high-need areas, and creating a revolving loan fund to quickly finance projects on public land. The bill also sets minimum affordability periods for housing units supported by the fund and updates tenant purchase programs to help residents buy their buildings. This legislation directly affects D.C. residents seeking affordable housing, developers, and tenant groups by restructuring how housing funds are managed and distributed.
This is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally confirms Mayor Bowser's appointment of Vince Micone to fill a vacant seat on the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) Board of Directors. Micone, a Ward 4 resident with executive experience at federal agencies, will serve as an alternate District resident member for the remainder of the unexpired term ending September 12, 2027. The resolution requires the Council to approve the appointment, with no policy changes or new obligations created.
This bill requires the Mayor to set 5-year housing production and affordable housing targets for each of DC's 10 Planning Areas (neighborhood groupings used for planning), updating them every five years. The Mayor must track progress quarterly via a public dashboard showing unit counts and affordability levels, distinguishing new construction from preserved units. If a Planning Area misses its target, an independent evaluator must identify barriers and propose solutions within 120 days. It builds on DC's previous 36,000-unit housing goal (met ahead of schedule but unevenly across neighborhoods) to ensure equitable housing contributions citywide.
The Portable Tenant Screening Report Amendment Act of 2025 (B 26-0477) requires District of Columbia housing providers to accept a single tenant screening report for 30 days when renting to prospective tenants, eliminating repeated application fees. The report must include name/contact info, credit history, current address, rental history, and eviction records, and must be provided at no cost to the tenant. This directly affects renters - especially low- and moderate-income residents - who currently pay multiple fees for similar screenings - and housing providers who must accept the reusable report instead of charging new fees. The bill prohibits housing providers from charging application fees or additional costs for using the report and bars them from denying applications based solely on the report's age.
The Condominium Insurance Amendment Act of 2025 raises the deductible amount that unit owners must cover when a property loss (like a fire or water leak) originates in their unit, from $5,000 to $25,000. It requires condominium associations to pass this deductible responsibility directly to the unit owner responsible for the loss, allowing them to use their own required insurance policy instead of the association's master policy. This affects individual unit owners in District of Columbia condominiums whose units cause property damage, shifting costs from shared fees to the specific owner. The bill also updates minimum insurance requirements, including a $25,000 loss assessment coverage limit for unit owners' policies.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Dr. Janice M. Davis as she retires from Howard University School of Social Work after nearly three decades of service. It recognizes her contributions as an educator, administrator, and mentor who has prepared thousands of social workers to serve communities. The resolution formally acknowledges her leadership roles, including her tenure as Director of Clinical Education since 2011, and celebrates her impact on the social work profession. This measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to publicly recognize her achievements and retirement.
This bill requires owners of rental properties exempt from rent stabilization to report specific data when registering their units with the District of Columbia. The key requirement is that owners must provide the current monthly rent, the rent charged in the two previous calendar years, and details about utilities, facilities, services, and appliances included with the unit. This information is only needed at the time of registration and does not create ongoing annual reporting obligations. The legislation is designed to improve data accuracy for rental housing records and will remain in effect for up to 90 days if approved.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally honors Allen Iverson, the former NBA basketball player and cultural icon, for his achievements and contributions. It recognizes his career highlights, including his time at Georgetown University, his success with the Philadelphia 76ers, and his induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. The resolution also acknowledges Iverson's positive impact on the District of Columbia and his hometown community in Hampton Roads, Virginia. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to officially acknowledge and celebrate his legacy.
This bill requires the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department to publicly release body-worn camera recordings and names of officers involved in officer-involved deaths or serious use of force incidents, including those involving other law enforcement officers present during the event. The legislation expands transparency requirements beyond just MPD officers to cover any law enforcement officer present when an MPD officer is involved in such incidents, and mandates that reports no longer be written using body-worn camera footage for initial incident documentation. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for releasing recordings from incidents that occurred between August 1, 2025, and the bill's effective date within 10 business days after enactment.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0134) formally recognizes the 15th anniversary of the Bernice Fonteneau Senior Wellness Center in Washington, D.C., which opened in 2011. It celebrates the center’s role in supporting seniors through health programs, nutrition services, social activities, and educational initiatives in Ward 1. The resolution honors the center’s namesake, community activist Bernice Fonteneau, and her legacy of advocacy for seniors and children. As a symbolic gesture with no policy or funding impact, it does not create new obligations or affect any specific individuals or programs.
