This bill is a budget proposal addressing a $1 billion revenue shortfall caused by federal job losses (40,000 jobs) over four years. It directly affects DC residents by reallocating funds to key priorities: $30 million for police hiring and crime technology, $2.8 billion for schools, and $160 million for affordable housing. Key mechanisms include reducing the Universal Paid Leave tax from 0.75% to 0.72%, funding tech industry incentives ($2.2 million for DC Tech Ecosystem Fund), and pausing certain building regulations to spur economic growth. The proposal aims to "rightsizing" spending to match revenue growth while maintaining core services like public safety and education. It is part of the Mayor’s FY 2026 budget submission, not a finalized law.
This resolution declares a fiscal emergency due to a projected $1 billion revenue shortfall from federal job losses and economic uncertainty. It authorizes the District government to implement revised budget procedures for Fiscal Year 2026, enabling adjustments to address the shortfall. The resolution directly affects how the District manages its budget operations during this emergency period, allowing for streamlined budget adjustments without standard legislative review. It is a procedural step supporting the broader "Grow DC" budget plan, not a substantive policy change.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0071) honors Olivia Cadaval, a longtime advocate for DC's Latino community and cultural preservation. It formally recognizes her life and work - including her leadership at El Centro de Arte, her role at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, and her mentorship of underrepresented artists - without creating any new policies or obligations. The resolution takes effect immediately upon publication and serves solely as a symbolic tribute. It directly affects no individuals or entities through policy changes, as it is a commemorative gesture only.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0069) formally recognizes Gladys Williams, a 100-year-old Shaw neighborhood resident and longtime District of Columbia citizen, on her 100th birthday. It honors her 95 years of residency in DC, her 40+ year nursing career at Freedmen’s Hospital and Jefferson Memorial Hospital, her participation in the March on Washington, and her lifelong community service. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply celebrates her personal achievements and legacy through official council recognition. It takes effect immediately upon publication in the District of Columbia Register.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0070) declares August 15, 2025, as "Saint Romero Day" in the District of Columbia. It honors Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero, a Salvadoran archbishop recognized for his advocacy for human rights and justice during El Salvador's civil war. The resolution specifically acknowledges his enduring impact on Washington, D.C.'s Salvadoran Latino community, which has deep historical ties to his legacy. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations.
This is a ceremonial resolution (CER), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes the D.C. Defenders football team as the 2025 UFL Champions following their championship victory. The resolution commends the team's players, coaches, and organization for their performance and representation of Washington, D.C., citing specific achievements like their 58-34 championship win and individual records set during the season. It has no policy impact or legal effect beyond this symbolic acknowledgment.
This ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0072) formally honors Dr. David W. Schwartzman, a Howard University professor and longtime advocate for climate justice, D.C. Statehood, and economic equity. It recognizes his contributions to affordable housing, childcare access, the DC Earned Income Tax Credit, and environmental policy through his work as a scientist, educator, and activist. The resolution memorializes his legacy without creating new laws or affecting residents' rights. It is a non-binding tribute to his decades of service to the District of Columbia community.
This bill increases the maximum weight limit for personal delivery devices (like drones or robots) used for deliveries in the District of Columbia from an unspecified prior limit to 250 pounds (excluding the item being delivered). It directly affects companies and services using such devices within DC, allowing them to transport heavier packages. The amendment modifies the 2018 Personal Delivery Device Act to establish this new weight cap through Section 4(b)(6). The change is implemented as an emergency measure, effective for up to 90 days.
This bill temporarily amends the Clemency Board Establishment Act to allow the District of Columbia's Clemency Board to waive the five-year waiting period for pardon applicants, but only when the applicant has already received a waiver from the Department of Justice's Office of the Pardon Attorney. The Board would have discretion to grant or deny the waiver even if it receives notice of a DOJ waiver, and could not grant a waiver to applicants on probation, parole, or supervised release. The bill requires the Board to provide written notice of its waiver decision and would defer an applicant's case until a waiver decision is made. The amendment is temporary, expiring 225 days after taking effect.
This bill approves three contract modifications (M0008, M0009, M0010) to an existing agreement with Verizon Wireless for the District of Columbia's enterprise wireless services. It authorizes payment of up to $9.68 million for voice, texting, and data services - including priority public safety cellular access - under the contract's fourth option year. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on approving the payment for services already provided and to be provided under the modified contract, not on creating new policy. It requires emergency Council approval and expires after 90 days, as permitted under District procurement rules.
This bill exempts specific heritage trees from removal requirements under the Urban Forest Preservation Act. It applies only to Heritage Trees located in Lots 865-869 within Square 5056 of the Parkside mixed-use development project, as those lots had prior zoning approval before July 2016. The amendment modifies the Urban Forest Preservation Act to explicitly exclude these trees from standard heritage tree protection rules. The exemption is temporary, lasting only 90 days as an emergency measure, and does not affect other heritage trees or development projects.
This emergency bill modifies the Urban Forest Preservation Act to allow removal of Heritage Trees adjacent to the Long Bridge Project (managed by Virginia Passenger Rail Authority) under specific conditions. The Mayor must issue permits if no design alternative avoids the tree, in-place protection is impossible, relocation costs exceed $1 million or causes public burden, and the project pays $1,200 per inch of tree circumference. It directly affects the Long Bridge Project developers and Heritage Tree owners by creating a streamlined removal process for trees on or near the project site. The bill is temporary, taking effect immediately but lasting only 90 days as an emergency measure.
