Councilmember Phil Mendelson

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily exempts specific real properties owned by the Archdiocese of Washington and its affiliated parishes from property taxes, deed recordation fees, and deed transfer taxes in the District of Columbia. The exemption applies to 13 distinct church properties across the city, including the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle and various other Catholic churches, as long as they remain under the ownership of the Archbishop or the specified church corporations. By amending Chapter 10 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code, the legislation creates a new section that removes these financial obligations for the listed properties without affecting other real estate owners or tax systems. The measure is limited to a temporary period and does not establish a permanent tax exemption policy for religious organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the District of Columbia's Holding Company System Act of 1993 to modernize insurance regulation. It updates group capital calculation requirements for solvency supervision and adds a liquidity stress test framework based on National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) standards. The changes directly affect insurance holding companies operating in D.C., requiring them to file annual group capital calculations under NAIC instructions and undergo liquidity stress testing. The bill also grants the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) enhanced authority to oversee insurers in financial distress, ensuring solvency and consumer protection while helping DISB maintain its regulatory accreditation.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Mikyala Moore as the Ward 8 member of the Police Complaints Board, filling a vacancy left by Derrick Colbert for a term ending in January 2029. The legislation authorizes the Council of the District of Columbia to officially approve her appointment, which was nominated by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Moore, who holds degrees in criminal justice and clinical mental health, brings experience in social work, housing stability, and trauma-informed care to the board. The resolution also requires the Council to send a copy of the confirmation to both the nominee and the Mayor upon adoption.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves the appointment of Philip A. McNamara as a member of the Office of Employee Appeals in the District of Columbia. The resolution fills the vacant seat previously held by Dionna Lewis and assigns McNamara to serve for the remainder of an unexpired term ending on April 6, 2031. By passing this resolution, the Council completes the statutory process required to validate the Mayor's nomination of McNamara to the appeals board.

Maddy summaryThis resolution approves new rules that extend a long-standing restriction on issuing certain alcohol licenses in the Glover Park neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The primary goal is to maintain a quiet residential environment by preventing the opening of new nightclubs, multipurpose venues, and most taverns within a specific area. While the ban on these businesses remains in place, the rules make one exception by allowing a single new tavern license to be issued in the zone. The change takes effect immediately and is intended to address resident concerns about noise, safety, and the concentration of nightlife establishments.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors David C. Tseng for his 22 years of service to the District of Columbia government as he retires from his role as General Counsel for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. The bill formally acknowledges his extensive career in legal and financial advising, which included positions in the White House and various District departments. It recognizes his contributions to public finance, contracting, and economic development while celebrating his dedication to the District's residents and government operations.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally recognizes Diji Omisore for his retirement from the District of Columbia’s Office of the Chief Financial Officer. It honors his 24 years of service in financial management, accounting, and reporting roles within the District government. The bill does not establish new laws or policies but serves as an official expression of gratitude for his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Demetrius Butler to the Commission on the Arts and Humanities in the District of Columbia for a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution allows the Council to officially approve Butler's nomination by the Mayor, enabling him to continue serving on the commission that supports arts and humanities initiatives in the city. The bill does not create new programs or change existing laws, but rather formalizes the appointment process for a specific individual to fill a commission seat.