This resolution designates the District of Columbia Department of Corrections as the official agency responsible for providing free special education services to eligible incarcerated individuals aged 18 and older. It ensures that these individuals, who already have identified disabilities or individualized education plans, continue to receive required support without interruption after a previous contract with Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools expired. The bill authorizes the Department of Corrections to contract with the charter school to deliver these services during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. This emergency measure is intended to maintain compliance with federal and local education laws while a permanent version of the legislation undergoes congressional review.
This bill designates the District of Columbia Department of Corrections as the agency responsible for providing free public education to young adults with disabilities who are detained in its secure facilities. It specifically applies to individuals aged 18 through the end of their eligibility for special education services, covering the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. The legislation mandates that these services be delivered in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and local District laws. As an emergency amendment, the bill is intended to take effect immediately upon approval and will remain in force for no longer than 90 days.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Dr. Bessie Ann Stockard on the occasion of her retirement from the University of the District of Columbia. It formally acknowledges her extensive career as a coach, athlete, and educator, highlighting her achievements such as founding the Pantherettes women's basketball team and winning multiple national tennis titles. The resolution salutes her contributions to athletics and academia and thanks her for mentoring students, particularly young women, during her tenure at UDC.
This bill requires the District of Columbia Department of Health to create a digital system for submitting student health and dental certificates while banning healthcare providers from charging fees for these forms. It directly affects families of students in public and private schools by eliminating the current financial and logistical burden of obtaining and submitting paper forms, as well as reducing the risk of lost documentation. Additionally, the legislation mandates a new tiered fee structure for health professional licensing that aligns costs with the education level required for each profession. These changes aim to modernize the registration process and encourage more entry-level health workers to practice in the District.
This bill temporarily requires the District of Columbia Department of Corrections to provide free public education to young adults with disabilities who are in its custody. Specifically, it mandates that individuals aged 18 through the end of their eligibility for special education services receive instruction under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. The legislation achieves this by adding new language to existing correctional codes, ensuring that secure facilities offer appropriate educational opportunities to this specific population. The provision is set to expire 225 days after the bill takes effect, making it a short-term measure rather than a permanent change.
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to approve four specific modifications to an existing contract with All Pro All Services for school transportation. The legislation increases the total not-to-exceed amount for the contract from approximately $1.6 million to nearly $3.9 million to cover additional costs incurred in 2026. By passing this measure, the Council allows the Child and Family Services Agency to pay the vendor for transportation services provided during the current school year. The bill is designated as an emergency measure because the contract value increased by more than $1 million within a single year, requiring immediate legislative approval to continue vital student transport.
This bill allows parents in the District of Columbia more flexibility regarding when their children must start school and which grade they can enroll in. It permits minors born between June 16 and September 30 to defer kindergarten enrollment for one year if they remain enrolled in a licensed childcare program or a pre-kindergarten class. Additionally, the legislation expands enrollment options for children born during this period, enabling them to apply for Pre-K3, Pre-K4, or kindergarten depending on their specific age at the start of the school year. To support these changes, the District must update its public school lottery application process to accommodate these new enrollment categories.
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to approve specific modifications to an existing contract with All Pro All Services for school transportation services. The legislation allows the government to pay up to $3,914,025 for these transportation services during the 2026 fiscal year. By passing this act, the Council formally validates the contract changes and enables the release of funds to the contractor. The measure is designated as an emergency bill to ensure that school transportation can continue without interruption.
This resolution approves new rules designed to protect the integrity and accuracy of statewide student assessments in the District of Columbia. The primary change establishes minimum standards for administering these tests to ensure consistent conditions and defines what counts as acceptable versus unacceptable behavior by teachers and administrators. Additionally, the rules create a formal process for investigating violations of these standards and determining appropriate sanctions. These regulations apply to schools and educational agencies responsible for delivering the assessments and aim to ensure that test results are meaningful and fair for all students.
This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $460 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to assist Provident Group - Bison Properties Inc. with three main financial activities. The funds will be used to pay off three existing bond series from 2022, purchase a long-term lease for the Mary M. Bethune Annex student dormitory at Howard University, and cover maintenance and safety upgrades for several student housing buildings. The legislation explicitly states that these bonds are not backed by the District's general funds or tax power, meaning the city has no financial liability if the project fails.
