This bill is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a policy change. It asks the Council of the District of Columbia to formally confirm Mayor Bowser's nomination of Kayla Smith as a licensed dietitian member of the Board of Dietetics and Nutrition. Smith fills a vacant seat previously held by Njeri Jarvis, with the appointment covering the remainder of the unexpired term ending March 12, 2028. The resolution requires no new regulations or funding and solely confirms an existing appointment under District law.
This bill retroactively approves a $2,070,224.86 change order for the University of the District of Columbia's (UDC) Academic Commons construction project. It authorizes payment to contractor Consys Inc. for additional work - including IT upgrades, security improvements, and unforeseen construction modifications - added after the original contract began. The Council seeks emergency approval to avoid legal risks to UDC, as the change order was not submitted for prior authorization. The resolution specifically covers changes to the project initially approved in 2022 (CA 24-0382) and the first change order approved in 2024.
This resolution confirms the reappointment of Edward Hubbard to the Green Finance Authority Board for a term ending June 4, 2028. It directly affects the District of Columbia's Green Finance Authority Board, which manages financing for clean energy, infrastructure, transportation, and stormwater projects. The resolution formalizes Hubbard's continued service as a board member with expertise in clean energy and related fields, following the Mayor's nomination. It does not create new policy but completes the confirmation process for his reappointment.
The PACE Clarification Amendment Act of 2025 (B 26-0489) requires the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to assess and rank *all* school facilities - including those previously modernized - using the prioritization criteria from the 2016 PACE Act. This ensures schools needing updates (like those renovated in the early 2000s) are not excluded from modernization planning. The bill also mandates that DCPS and historic preservation agencies create a shared inventory of schools with historic designations or eligibility, along with relevant preservation laws, to streamline future renovations. These changes aim to make facility modernization decisions more equitable and transparent for all DCPS schools.
The LIEN Act of 2026 allows DC's Department of Buildings (DOB) to place liens on properties when landlords fail to fix serious, documented housing violations after city orders. It directly affects property owners with chronic uncorrected violations (like pest infestations, mold, or unsafe wiring) that result in unpaid fines or unresolved health/safety hazards. Key provisions include DOB recording liens for uncured Class 1 violations, unpaid civil penalties after final orders, or unaddressed emergency notices - attaching these liens to the property like a tax lien to prevent sales or refinancing until repairs are made. The bill also enables DOB to bill owners for costs of emergency repairs (special assessments) if they ignore violation notices.
This bill moves the deadline for the Prearrest Diversion Task Force to issue recommendations from June 2025 to July 2026, affecting how the District handles misdemeanor diversion programs. It also clarifies that probate notices (regarding property, creditors, or heirs) can be published in any newspaper of general circulation in the District, not just a specific "legal periodical." The changes are procedural adjustments to existing laws, not new policies, and apply to the District of Columbia's criminal justice and probate systems. The bill is designated as an emergency amendment with a 90-day effective period.
This bill (B 26-0557) amends the Clemency Board Establishment Act of 2018 to allow the District of Columbia Clemency Board to waive the standard 5-year waiting period for pardon applicants under specific conditions. It directly affects individuals seeking pardons who have already received a federal waiver from the Office of the Pardon Attorney or President (per DOJ Manual § 9-140.112). The Board may grant such a waiver only if it has official federal notice, cannot grant it to those on probation/parole/supervised release, and must provide written notice of its decision. The bill requires applicants to submit written requests and may defer applications until a waiver decision is made.
This bill amends reporting requirements for pretrial detention data in Washington, D.C. It changes deadlines for criminal justice agencies to submit reports, setting a fixed deadline of September 30, 2026, instead of relying on future implementation dates of other laws. The bill also clarifies that reports must account for two specific prior laws: the "Prioritizing Public Safety Emergency" and the "Secure DC Omnibus." These changes apply to all pretrial detention reporting, including for juveniles, and directly affect D.C. criminal justice agencies responsible for compiling and submitting these data.
This bill creates a new Business Improvement District (BID) called "Soul of the City" in a specific area of Washington, D.C. It authorizes property owners within the defined geographic boundary (detailed by hundreds of specific lots across multiple city squares) to pay BID taxes to fund local services. The boundary is fixed as of a prior committee-approved map (from Bill 26-421), meaning it won't change with future property record updates. The BID taxes will be imposed until the district is dissolved or the bill expires. This is a procedural bill establishing a new local funding mechanism for the designated area.
This emergency bill clarifies rules for petition signatures in District of Columbia elections. It requires circulators of candidate nomination, initiative, referendum, and recall petitions to state in affidavits that they did not alter any signer information after the signature was affixed. The bill prohibits anyone from changing signature details (except when a signer requests assistance before signing) and bans the use of correction tools like tape or fluid on petitions. These changes apply to all petition circulators and aim to prevent post-signature alterations that could compromise petition integrity. The bill takes effect immediately and remains in force for 90 days as an emergency measure.
The DC Student Loan Authority Establishment Act of 2026 (B 26-0569) creates a public lending institution to provide new student loans and refinance existing debt for District of Columbia residents. It directly affects D.C. residents by offering loans with no application fees, 0% interest on the first $5,000, monthly payments capped at 10% of discretionary income, and repayment terms up to 30 years. Borrowers who complete 10 years of full-time public service (including education roles) may qualify for remaining debt discharge. The Authority, overseen by a 7-member board, must keep loan servicing in-house and publish annual financial reports. This replaces high-cost private loans with a public alternative focused on affordability and flexibility.
This ceremonial resolution posthumously honors Joan A.T. Kelley, a 43-year District of Columbia Public Schools educator and community leader, for her dedication to education, faith, and family. It formally recognizes her legacy as a teacher, principal, and active member of organizations like Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and church ministries. The resolution takes effect immediately upon publication in the District of Columbia Register.
