Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0611: Rental Housing Registration Data Integrity Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

This bill requires owners of rental properties in Washington, D.C. that are exempt from rent stabilization to report specific information when registering their units. The new requirement mandates that owners disclose the current monthly rent, the rent charged in each of the two prior calendar years, and details about utilities, facilities, services, and appliances included with the rental. This data collection is a one-time submission at registration and does not create ongoing annual reporting obligations. The law is temporary and will expire 225 days after it takes effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires rental property owners to disclose rent and utility information, enhancing transparency and protecting tenant rights in housing markets.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0400: Statutory Neglect Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends Washington, D.C.'s child neglect definitions to clarify that homelessness or lack of stable housing cannot be used as sole evidence of neglect, and that a parent's eligibility for public benefits cannot be used as sole evidence of parental failure unrelated to financial need. It updates the statutory definition of "neglected child" in Title 16 to explicitly exclude financial hardship as the sole factor for neglect determinations. The bill also specifies that child welfare agencies (the Child and Family Services Agency) must consider financial circumstances when assessing neglect, requiring reasonable efforts to address financial barriers. These changes directly affect parents, guardians, and child welfare cases in D.C., ensuring neglect determinations focus on specific child safety risks rather than socioeconomic status alone.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents homelessness from being sole evidence of neglect, protecting families from punitive measures tied to housing instability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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 Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 21, 2026

B 26-0582: Rhode Island Avenue Corridor Long-Term Lease Adjustment Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

This bill temporarily reduces the minimum required long-term lease term from 10 years to 5 years for projects approved under the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development's authority. It specifically requires that any new lease must have at least 3 years remaining on an existing lease as of the application deadline. The change directly affects the Deputy Mayor's office when reviewing and approving long-term development leases. The amendment expires 225 days after it takes effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces minimum lease term from 10 to 5 years for development projects, facilitating faster approvals and encouraging housing development under the Deputy Mayor's authority.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 21, 2026

B 26-0578: Residential Building Permit Classification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025

This bill temporarily amends DC property tax classification rules to streamline converting commercial buildings to residential use. It requires owners to apply for a "Class 1A" tax classification change (for residential properties) with documentation before the change takes effect, with tax rates applied based on the conversion timing (full year or second tax installment). If properties aren't used residentially within 3 years (or by certificate of occupancy issuance), the tax authority can claw back improperly paid tax rates plus penalties. The law applies to owners converting commercial properties to residential use and expires 225 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill streamlines commercial-to-residential conversions via tax classification changes, directly promoting housing development. This increases housing supply by facilitating repurposing of existing buildings, aligning with housing development goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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 Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 1, 2026

B 26-0098: Home Purchase Assistance for Transit Workers Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends the 1999 Government Employer-Assisted Housing Program to explicitly include public transit employees as eligible participants. It adds a definition clarifying that "public transit employee" covers workers for Metrobus, Metrorail, MetroAccess, and DC Streetcar. The key change updates eligibility language in the law to list "public transit employee" alongside government workers, first-responders, and educators. This expands access to the existing home purchase assistance program for District transit workers without creating new funding or benefits. The bill does not alter the program's structure or costs, only its eligibility criteria.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands home purchase assistance eligibility to transit workers, directly increasing access to affordable housing via existing program funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands home purchase assistance to transit workers (a specific worker group), directly adding them to an existing benefit program. This supports worker benefits under Labor & Employment.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands housing assistance eligibility to public transit workers (Metrobus, Metrorail), supporting workforce stability for transportation infrastructure operations.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 1, 2026

B 26-0177: Extreme Heat Eviction Protection Amendment Act of 2025

This bill prohibits landlords in Washington, D.C., from filing or proceeding with tenant evictions on any day when the National Weather Service predicts temperatures at the National Airport station will exceed 95°F (35°C) by 8 a.m. It directly affects D.C. renters and landlords by adding a new exception to eviction proceedings during extreme heat events. The key provision requires the National Weather Service's 8 a.m. forecast for the airport location to trigger the eviction pause. The amendment updates the Rental Housing Act of 1985 to include this temperature-based protection, effective after standard legislative approval processes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents evictions during extreme heat, directly protecting tenants from displacement during hazardous weather events, aligning with tenant protection indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 1, 2026

B 26-0429: LIHTC Rent Stabilization Exemption Clarification Amendment Act of 2025

This bill clarifies that properties participating in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program are exempt from Washington, D.C.'s rent stabilization rules under the Rental Housing Act of 1985. It directly affects approximately 100 LIHTC-assisted properties housing over 11,000 affordable units, which faced uncertainty after a court ruling threatened to subject them to rent stabilization. The key provision amends the law to explicitly include LIHTC properties in the existing exemption for federally or publicly subsidized housing. This change ensures these properties remain financially viable for providers while preserving affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents. The bill restores the longstanding interpretation of the exemption without altering the underlying affordability requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesClarifies LIHTC properties exempt from rent stabilization to protect tax credit program, a fiscal policy90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill clarifies LIHTC properties are exempt from rent stabilization, protecting 11,000 affordable units from potential loss due to court ruling, sustaining housing affordability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

B 26-0640: Modification Nos. M0005, M0006 and M0007 to Contract No. CW119504 with CORE DC, LLC Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026

This bill authorizes emergency modifications to an existing contract with CORE DC, LLC to provide short-term family housing services for homeless families in Washington, DC. The legislation approves three contract modifications that increase the funding limit for the first option year of the agreement to $1,731,513.72, allowing the provider to operate an overflow shelter when primary facilities reach capacity. The bill also authorizes payment for goods and services already received and those to be received under these modifications. This emergency measure is intended to prevent service gaps and minimize displacement of vulnerable families when existing shelter spaces are full.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds emergency housing services for homeless families, increasing contract limits to operate overflow shelters when primary facilities reach capacity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing