Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 21, 2025

PR 26-0380: D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution declares an emergency to prevent the automatic adoption of federal tax changes from the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (H.R.1), which would reduce District of Columbia tax revenues by $94.4 million in 2025 and $657.8 million over five years. It directly affects D.C. government finances by allowing the Council to decouple from these federal provisions without waiting for full legislative review. The key mechanism is an immediate emergency declaration (taking effect instantly) to pause automatic conformity, giving the Council time to analyze the tax changes and develop necessary forms/guidance. This action specifically targets retroactive federal tax provisions, such as those eliminating taxes on overtime and tips, to avoid unintended revenue losses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents $94.4M annual revenue loss by decoupling D.C. from federal tax changes, protecting budget stability and fiscal management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Nov 21, 2025

PR 26-0375: Food & Friends Property Tax Exemption Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution declares an emergency to amend the District's property tax code, granting a tax exemption for Food & Friends' specific property at 219 Riggs Road, NE. The exemption is necessary to ensure the nonprofit can continue providing medically tailored home-delivered meals to over 3,000 District residents annually - particularly those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or other serious illnesses who rely on their services. Without this exemption, Food & Friends' operations would be jeopardized, disrupting critical nutrition support for vulnerable residents. The resolution fast-tracks this exemption amendment through emergency procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTax exemption for nonprofit providing essential meals protects public service funding through targeted tax relief, aligning with fiscal support for critical community programs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 31, 2025

PR 26-0357: Early Childhood Educator Pay Scales Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution (PR 26-0357) amends the Day Care Policy Act of 1979 to update minimum salary requirements for assistant and lead early childhood educators in District of Columbia child development facilities, effective January 2026. It incorporates the Early Childhood Educator Equitable Compensation Task Force and Pay Equity Fund into the law, aligning educator salaries with DC Public Schools' pay scales to address a $9 million funding shortfall. The key change adjusts the salary structure to ensure program viability within the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, directly affecting facilities participating in the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program. It does not create new funding but modifies existing program parameters to close a budget gap identified in FY2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAddresses $9M funding shortfall by establishing Pay Equity Fund to align educator salaries with DCPS, increasing government spending on early childhood education.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 23, 2025

B 26-0378: Contract No. CW125486 with Modaxo Traffic Management USA, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

This bill approves an emergency contract for traffic ticket processing services with Modaxo Traffic Management USA, Inc., authorizing payment of up to $6,002,005.94. It directly affects the District of Columbia's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), which uses these services to process traffic violations and parking enforcement fines. The contract, effective June 18-October 16, 2025, ensures uninterrupted enforcement services to generate revenue and improve public safety by deterring traffic law violations. The approval bypasses standard procurement rules under emergency procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $6M payment for traffic fine processing to generate revenue, ensuring uninterrupted enforcement and fiscal stability through DMV revenue streams.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 17, 2025

PR 26-0326: LIHTC Rent Stabilization Exemption Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution clarifies that Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) rental units in DC are exempt from the District’s Rent Stabilization Program, directly affecting 99 buildings housing over 11,000 units. It responds to a court decision that removed this exemption, which could force these properties to comply with DC’s rent rules instead of federal HUD limits (capping annual rent increases at 5% or 10% max). The bill explicitly amends the Rental Housing Act to maintain the existing rent structure agreed upon at lease signing, preserving affordability without raising rents. This prevents potential financial defaults on LIHTC properties and supports ongoing affordable housing preservation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMaintains LIHTC tax credit exemption, preventing higher rent increases under DC rules and protecting federal tax incentive program.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prevents LIHTC units from facing DC's rent stabilization (weaker than HUD limits), weakening tenant protections by maintaining higher federal rent caps instead of stricter local rules.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 17, 2025

PR 26-0322: Fiscal Year 2026 Income Tax Secured Revenue Bond, General Obligation Bond and General Obligation and Income Tax Secured Bond Anticipation Note Issuance Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $1.81 billion in bonds (including income tax secured, general obligation, and anticipation notes) to fund capital projects approved in the District's Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Financial Plan. It is an emergency measure to enable timely bond issuance for projects already underway or planned, ensuring access to favorable market conditions without requiring a full legislative process. The resolution itself does not create new policy but provides the procedural authorization for borrowing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.81B in bonds to fund approved FY2026 capital projects, directly supporting budget execution and fiscal management per the resolution's purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 17, 2025

PR 26-0323: Fiscal Year 2026 Income Tax Secured Revenue Bond, General Obligation Bond and General Obligation and Income Tax Secured Bond Anticipation Note Issuance Authorization Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $1.81 billion in bonds (including income tax secured bonds and general obligation bonds) to fund existing capital projects approved in the District's Capital Improvement Plan. The funds will finance infrastructure and public projects like roads, schools, or utilities, with repayment sourced from future District income tax revenues. As an emergency resolution, it fast-tracks approval for these bonds to ensure timely project funding under the District's FY2026 budget. This is a routine financing mechanism, not a new policy change, and directly affects District taxpayers through future tax obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.81B in tax-backed bonds to fund infrastructure/schools with repayment from future income tax revenues, advancing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds road infrastructure via $1.81B bond issuance for capital projects including roads in District's Capital Improvement Plan.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 10, 2025

PR 26-0308: Salary Schedule Changes for Non-Union, Uniformed Police Officials of the Metropolitan Police Department Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves equal pay for non-union, uniformed police officials in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) by retroactively applying a 4.5% salary increase to match unionized officers' pay scales. It covers fiscal years 2024 (retroactive to October 8, 2023), 2025 (retroactive to October 6, 2024), and 2026 (effective October 5, 2025). The changes affect non-union MPD officers in specific ranks (e.g., Lieutenants and Captains) under the "Police Service" pay schedule, ensuring their base pay, retention allowances, and longevity payments align with unionized counterparts. The resolution takes effect October 1, 2025, after approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates retroactive salary increases for non-union police officers, increasing government spending on public safety personnel through fiscal adjustments.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates retroactive pay increase to match unionized officers' salaries, advancing wage equity for non-union police officers and strengthening compensation rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 3, 2025

PR 26-0301: Compensation and Working Conditions Agreement between the District of Columbia Government and the Fraternal Order of Police – Metropolitan Police Department Labor Committee Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a three-year collective bargaining agreement between the District of Columbia and the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) for Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers. It includes specific wage increases: 4.5% for fiscal year 2024 (effective October 1, 2023), and 4.25% for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 (effective October 1, 2024 and 2025, respectively). The emergency declaration allows immediate implementation, enabling the Department of Human Resources and the Office of the Chief Financial Officer to begin necessary administrative processes without delay. This directly affects MPD officers represented by the FOP, ensuring they receive the agreed-upon pay raises in a timely manner.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesApproves wage increases for police, directly increasing government spending on public safety personnel through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentApproves collective bargaining agreement with specific wage increases (4.5% and 4.25%) for MPD officers, directly strengthening compensation standards through union negotiations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 3, 2025

B 26-0352: Robert F. Kennedy Campus Redevelopment Emergency Act of 2025

This bill authorizes emergency funding for the redevelopment of the 180-acre Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium site in Washington, D.C. It permits the District to issue bonds, establish special funds (including infrastructure and parking facilities funds), and enter agreements with Pro-Football LLC as the developer. The funds will cover construction of a new stadium, public sports facilities (Sportsplex), and parking infrastructure, with revenue from parking fees and events supporting debt payments. The District retains ownership of the stadium, while Pro-Football LLC is responsible for development under the terms of the agreement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes emergency funding, bonds, and special funds for stadium redevelopment, increasing government spending on infrastructure projects.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds parking infrastructure (transportation infrastructure component) for stadium redevelopment as part of special funds.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes