Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 17, 2026

PR 26-0640: Fiscal Year 2026 Revised Local Budget Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This bill is a procedural resolution that formally declares a fiscal emergency for the District of Columbia's 2026 budget year. It directly affects the District government by authorizing the Mayor to submit a revised budget plan to the Council amid slower economic growth and reduced federal revenue. The resolution serves as a procedural step to enable the adoption of the Grow DC budget, which outlines spending priorities for education, public safety, and economic development. By declaring the emergency, the bill allows the city to adjust its financial planning to address current economic challenges without changing specific policy details.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a revised budget to fund essential services like education and public safety amid revenue shortfalls, promoting fiscal stability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 10, 2026

B 26-0356: Prenatal and Postpartum Remote Patient Monitoring Clarification Amendment Act of 2025

This bill clarifies that the District of Columbia's Department of Health Care Finance (DHCF) must cover and reimburse remote patient monitoring for specific health metrics during pregnancy and up to 12 months postpartum. It specifically requires coverage for remote monitoring of blood pressure and blood glucose levels, directly affecting pregnant individuals and new mothers in DC who manage conditions like gestational hypertension (8.5% prevalence) or gestational diabetes (5% prevalence). The amendment narrows the scope of the 2013 Telehealth Reimbursement Act to focus exclusively on these two health metrics, addressing prior budget concerns about broad digital health coverage. This change aims to improve maternal health outcomes by enabling early complication detection, as supported by studies showing 43% better postpartum blood pressure control with such monitoring.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates DHCF to cover/reimburse remote monitoring, increasing government spending on essential healthcare programs for pregnant individuals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates DHCF coverage/reimbursement for remote monitoring of pregnancy/postpartum conditions, expanding access to essential care for high-risk patients with gestational hypertension/diabetes.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0663: Fiscal Year 2026 Revised Local Budget Temporary Act of 2026

This bill proposes a revised local budget for Fiscal Year 2026 to address current economic challenges such as slower population growth and reduced federal employment in the District of Columbia. The plan allocates funds to increase per-student education funding, support public safety agencies, reduce business fees, and expand healthcare benefits for residents. It also includes investments in housing initiatives, homelessness prevention programs, and infrastructure upgrades for schools and public facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funds to increase education funding, support public safety, reduce business fees, and expand healthcare, directly strengthening the budget topic.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly allocates funds to increase per-student education funding and upgrade school infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes investments in housing initiatives and homelessness prevention programs within the revised budget.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0398: Increasing Support for Grandparent and Close Relative Caregivers Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends two existing District of Columbia laws to provide increased financial support for grandparent and close relative caregivers. It extends subsidy payments for these caregivers until the child reaches age 21 (previously ending at age 18) and establishes a minimum subsidy amount of $27.92 in fiscal year 2027, with annual inflation adjustments. The changes directly affect caregivers raising children in the District, ensuring continued financial assistance through the child's early adulthood. The bill modifies specific provisions of the Grandparent Caregivers Pilot Programs Establishment Act (2005) and the Close Relative Caregiver Subsidy Pilot Program Act (2019).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases government spending by extending subsidies until age 21 and establishing minimum inflation-adjusted payments, directly funding essential caregiver support programs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 12, 2026

PR 26-0704: Methodist Home of the District of Columbia d/b/a Forest Hills of DC by Goodwin Living Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $13.7 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to assist the Methodist Home of the District of Columbia, operating as Forest Hills of DC by Goodwin Living. The funds will be used to refinance the facility's existing debt and finance up to $3 million for capital improvements at its location in Ward 3. The legislation ensures that the District has no financial liability for the bonds, meaning the debt is not backed by the city's general funds or taxing power.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund capital improvements and refinance debt for a senior living facility, advancing fiscal management and funding essential services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 12, 2026

PR 26-0660: D.C. Preparatory Academy Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $25 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help the D.C. Preparatory Academy build and renovate a new 42,000-square-foot public charter school facility. The funds will be used to cover construction costs, working capital needs, interest payments, and fees associated with the bond issuance. The District explicitly states that these bonds are not general obligations and do not create any debt or financial liability for the city.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $25M in tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund a public charter school facility, directly advancing education infrastructure and fiscal management for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes $25M in bonds to fund a public charter school facility, directly improving school infrastructure and expanding educational access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 12, 2026

PR 26-0670: Food & Friends, Inc., Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $15 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help Food & Friends, Inc. finance its headquarters and food preparation facility at 219 Riggs Road, NE. The funds will cover costs for renovating, expanding, and constructing the building, as well as purchasing related equipment and furnishings. The bonds are structured so that the District has no financial liability or obligation to repay them, meaning the nonprofit organization is solely responsible for the debt. This measure uses a specific legal mechanism that allows the city to provide financing without pledging its general credit or taxing power.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund a nonprofit facility, advancing fiscal management and supporting essential community services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 12, 2026

PR 26-0582: Friendship Public Charter School, Inc. Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $90 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to support Friendship Public Charter School, Inc. The funds will be used to refinance existing debt from 2016 and finance renovations at several school campuses across Ward 7 and other locations in the District. The bonds are structured so that the District of Columbia has no financial liability or obligation to repay them, meaning the school corporation alone is responsible for the debt. This measure allows the school to access financing for capital improvements without creating a general obligation debt for the District.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $90M in tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund school renovations and refinance debt, increasing funding for public education services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes $90M in bonds to refinance debt and fund renovations at school campuses, directly improving school infrastructure and supporting educational facilities.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 5, 2026

B 26-0681: Reservoir District Tax Exemption Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

This bill amends the District of Columbia's tax code to designate specific property in the Reservoir District as affordable housing, thereby granting it a tax exemption. The key provision requires that one-third of the rental units be set aside for households earning at or below 80% of the area's Fair Market Rent, as defined by federal guidelines. This change is intended to provide immediate tax relief to the property while ensuring a portion of the housing remains accessible to lower-income residents. The legislation is structured as an emergency measure that will take effect only after approval by the Mayor or a Council veto override and will expire within 90 days.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants tax exemptions to affordable housing, directly providing tax relief and funding support for lower-income households.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill designates property as affordable housing and mandates 1/3 of units for low-income households, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 15, 2026

PR 26-0685: Reservoir District Tax Exemption Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This resolution declares an emergency to amend a local tax code section, ensuring the financial stability of the Reservoir District housing project. The bill addresses a mismatch between current city housing rules and the financial projections used to approve the project's funding. By allowing the project to continue using specific income limits for rent calculations, the measure aims to prevent construction delays or cancellation. This change directly impacts the developers and residents involved in the Reservoir District, a public-private partnership transforming underused land in Washington, D.C.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption to ensure financial stability of a housing project, preventing delays and protecting essential services.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents construction delays and protects a housing project's financial stability, ensuring continued affordable housing development.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes