Councilmember Brooke Pinto

Maddy summaryThe Government Recruitment and Retention Act of 2025 addresses staffing shortages in District of Columbia public safety agencies by creating a new Director of Recruitment and Retention within the Office of the City Administrator. This director will identify critical vacancies (like 114 unfilled correctional officer positions at DOC), analyze causes, and recommend solutions, including authorizing up to $5,000 retention payments for specific roles such as correctional officers, dispatchers, and medical examiners. The bill also requires quarterly reports to the Council on vacancy rates and spending for recruitment incentives, while directing agencies to launch youth outreach campaigns targeting high school students for careers in public safety. It directly affects District agencies struggling with vacancies, particularly those impacting public safety operations and resident services.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new deferred retirement program for eligible District of Columbia firefighters (FEMS) and police officers (MPD). It allows retirement-eligible members to continue working for up to three years after their normal retirement date while earning supplemental retirement benefits in a separate interest-bearing account. Upon completing the three-year period, members permanently leave city service, and the accumulated funds plus interest are distributed to them. The program specifically applies to sworn officers covered by the Fraternal Order of Police (MPD) and International Association of Firefighters (FEMS) collective bargaining agreements. This aims to improve retention of experienced staff and help departments better plan staffing needs.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all lead water service lines in Washington D.C. (on both public and private property) to be fully replaced with non-lead lines by December 31, 2030. It directly affects property owners, DC Water, and residents, mandating that private property owners enroll in the free replacement program or replace lines themselves by October 1, 2024, and prohibiting partial replacements or new lead/brass/galvanized lines. Key provisions include prioritizing replacements at child care centers, multi-unit buildings, and homes with prior partial replacements, requiring free water filters until replacements are complete, and imposing fines for non-compliance after set deadlines. The law also establishes a public education campaign and data reporting requirements to track progress.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill), declaring an emergency to prevent a legal gap between two existing acts. It authorizes the Council of the District of Columbia to fast-track adoption of the "Residential Tranquility Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025" after a single reading, avoiding a lapse in protections. The resolution itself does not change laws but ensures continuity by expediting the legislative process for the referenced amendment. (1 sentence)

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors John J. DeGioia for his 23-year tenure as president of Georgetown University and his transition to the role of President Emeritus. The bill formally recognizes his leadership in expanding the university's endowment, establishing new academic programs, and creating initiatives focused on financial aid, racial justice, and community engagement in Washington, D.C. By citing specific achievements such as the growth of the Scholars Program and the development of the Capitol Campus, the resolution celebrates his contributions to higher education and the District without imposing new legal requirements or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill raises the minimum age for marriage in the District of Columbia to 18 years old with no exceptions. It directly affects anyone seeking a marriage license by prohibiting the Clerk from issuing one to any person under 18. The law removes previous exceptions that allowed minors to marry with parental consent or court approval and updates related legal definitions to align with this new standard.

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily strengthens noise and safety rules in Washington, D.C. residential areas by banning the use of sound amplifying devices like loudspeakers during demonstrations between 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. It also makes it illegal to throw projectiles at homes with the intent to frighten, intimidate, or retaliate against residents or workers. Violators of these new provisions could face fines of up to the maximum set by existing law or up to 90 days in jail, or both. The legislation also clarifies that car audio systems are not considered sound amplifying devices unless they are used to target a residence. Additionally, the bill sets a specific expiration date of December 7th for Council appointments to the Corrections Information Council.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED) on its 25th anniversary. It honors the organization for its two decades of work supporting affordable housing, small business development, and racial equity in the District of Columbia. The measure does not change any laws or policies but instead serves to acknowledge CNHED's contributions and officially name the resolution for the record.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares an emergency to amend local laws addressing disruptions to residential peace caused by targeted demonstrations. It prohibits the use of sound amplifying devices in residential zones between 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. and bans throwing projectiles onto residential properties with the intent to cause fear or intimidation. These changes aim to protect residents from noise pollution and harassment during hours when sleep and daily routines are most affected. Additionally, the bill adjusts the expiration date for Council appointments to the Corrections Information Council to December 7th of the relevant year.

Maddy summaryThis emergency bill strengthens the Residential Tranquility Act by banning the use of sound amplifying devices to target homes during demonstrations from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. in residential areas and making it illegal to ignore police orders to stop such activities. It also adds a new offense prohibiting anyone from throwing projectiles at another person's residence with the intent to cause fear, intimidate, or retaliate, punishable by a fine or up to 90 days in jail. Additionally, the legislation sets a specific expiration date of December 7th for Council appointments to the Corrections Information Council. The entire act is set to remain in effect for no more than 90 days after approval.