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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 10, 2026

PR 26-0731: Modification Nos. M0006 and M0007 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-C with SodexoMagic, LLC, Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This bill authorizes an emergency contract modification with SodexoMagic, LLC to continue providing food services to 48 public schools in the District of Columbia. The legislation increases the contract's spending limit for the 2025-2026 school year from approximately $20.9 million to $25.2 million to cover additional costs. It also grants permission for the city to pay the company for goods and services already delivered and those expected under the updated agreement. Because the contract value exceeds a specific threshold, the law requires formal approval from the Council of the District of Columbia to proceed.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for school food services, directly supporting student nutrition and school operations.90% confidence

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 17, 2026

PR 26-0639: Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This legislative bill, titled the Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026, is a formal submission by Mayor Muriel Bowser to the Council of the District of Columbia proposing a new budget plan called Grow DC. The resolution outlines a financial plan designed to address current economic challenges such as slower population growth, remote work trends, and federal job losses, while maintaining funding for essential services like education, public safety, healthcare, and homelessness prevention. Key provisions include increasing per-student funding, investing in public school facilities and higher education support, providing resources for police and fire departments, and offering incentives to stimulate the local economy and housing development. The bill directly affects the approximately 700,000 residents of Washington, DC, by detailing how city funds will be allocated to support schools, public safety agencies, healthcare programs, and small businesses in the upcoming fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill proposes a new budget plan to address economic challenges while maintaining funding for essential services, indicating support for fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly states intent to maintain funding for essential services including education despite economic challenges.75% confidence

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

Sub-Topics State Budget Homelessness

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 24, 2026

PR 26-0677: PRG Wonder Plaza Properties Inc. Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $375 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help PRG Wonder Plaza Properties Inc. finance a major redevelopment project at Howard University. The funds will be used to purchase a 1.59-acre site, renovate an existing building into a mixed-use facility with student housing, a wellness center, and retail space, and refinance previous development costs. The resolution explicitly states that these bonds are not backed by the District's general tax revenue or credit, meaning the city has no financial obligation if the project fails.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $375M in tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund redevelopment, directly advancing fiscal management and public investment.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds student housing and wellness facilities at Howard University, directly supporting educational infrastructure and access.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds redevelopment into mixed-use facility with student housing, directly advancing housing supply and development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Revenue Higher Education Community Development Property Development

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 10, 2026

PR 26-0730: Modification Nos. M0006 and M0008 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-A with Aramark Educational Services, LLC, Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This bill authorizes contract modifications to allow the District of Columbia Public Schools to pay Aramark Educational Services, LLC for food services provided to 37 school sites during the 2025-2026 school year. The legislation increases the contract's maximum spending limit from approximately $14.1 million to $17 million to cover additional costs that have already been incurred. By approving these changes, the bill enables the immediate release of funds necessary to compensate the vendor for services rendered under the existing agreement. The measure is classified as an emergency declaration because the contract value increased by more than $1 million within a single year, requiring Council approval under local law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes additional funding for school food services, directly supporting student nutrition and operational capacity in DC public schools.90% confidence

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 7, 2026

B 26-0694: Modification Nos. M0006 and M0007 to Contract No. GAGA-2022-C-0385-C with SodexoMagic, LLC, Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026

This emergency bill approves two modifications to an existing contract with SodexoMagic, LLC, which manages food services for 48 schools in the District of Columbia. The legislation authorizes an additional payment of approximately $4.27 million to increase the contract's total spending limit to about $25.2 million for its second year. These changes are intended to cover the costs of providing more meals to students as required by the school system. The bill also grants permission to pay for goods and services already received and those expected under these specific modifications.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes additional funding to increase meal services for students, directly supporting educational access and student nutrition programs.90% confidence

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 7, 2026

B 26-0660: Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Emergency Act of 2026

This bill proposes the Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget for Washington, DC, which allocates funds to support public education, public safety, economic growth, and health care services. It directly affects city residents, schools, police and fire departments, small businesses, and healthcare recipients by adjusting funding levels and introducing new programs. Key provisions include increasing per-student funding, expanding career education and tutoring, maintaining police and fire department resources, reducing business fees, and adding dental and vision benefits to health plans. The budget also invests in modernizing public facilities and addressing homelessness through shelter improvements and bridge housing programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funds for public education, safety, and healthcare, directly advancing budgetary goals.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly increases per-student funding and expands career education and tutoring programs for public schools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 21, 2026

B 26-0658: Fiscal Year 2027 Federal Portion Budget Request Act of 2026

This bill requests federal funding for the District of Columbia's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser to the DC Council. The proposed budget aims to address economic challenges such as reduced federal employment and slower population growth while supporting key city services. Key provisions include increasing per-student education funding, maintaining public safety resources, reducing business fees, and expanding healthcare benefits for residents. The legislation seeks to allocate funds for school modernization, public safety equipment upgrades, and programs assisting low-income families and seniors.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly requests federal funding to support city services, increase education funding, and reduce business fees.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly requests increased per-student education funding to address economic challenges and support key city services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly includes expanding healthcare benefits for residents, indicating a supportive stance toward healthcare access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 7, 2026

B 26-0659: Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Act of 2026, proposes a budget plan for the District of Columbia government to fund city services and operations for the upcoming fiscal year. The legislation directly affects all DC residents by allocating funds to public education, public safety, healthcare access, and economic development programs. Key provisions include increasing per-student funding for schools, supporting police and fire department resources, expanding health benefits for low-income residents, and reducing business fees to encourage local economic growth. The budget aims to address current economic challenges such as slower population growth and federal job losses while maintaining essential city services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funds for public education, safety, and healthcare, directly advancing budget and fiscal management goals.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly increases per-student funding for DC public schools, directly advancing education resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 24, 2026

PR 26-0676: St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2026

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $30.5 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School fund and refinance its school facilities. The funds will specifically support improvements at the school's existing campuses and the construction of a new 33,000-square-foot middle school building. The legislation ensures that the District has no financial liability for these bonds, meaning the school itself is responsible for repaying the debt.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax-exempt revenue bonds to fund school facility improvements, advancing fiscal management and public education infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes funding for school facility improvements and new construction, directly supporting educational infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds K-12 Education