This bill approves transferring jurisdiction over a 709-square-foot parcel of federally owned land (part of Reservation 357, Lot 1008 in Square 1299) from the National Park Service to the District of Columbia. It directly affects the District’s ability to manage a small public right-of-way area needed for a private redevelopment project - a vacant office building being converted to multifamily housing with ground-floor educational space. The transfer enables necessary building permits by providing access (ingress/egress) to the development, with the developer responsible for maintaining the land as public greenspace. This is a procedural administrative transfer with no new policy or cost to the District.
This bill transfers administration of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program from the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) to the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA). It directly affects how DC allocates federal tax credits for affordable housing projects, which are critical for leveraging private investment in low-income housing. The key mechanism requires DCHFA - already managing similar housing finance tools - to now oversee the 9% LIHTC program, streamlining processes and preventing future credit losses like the $3.1 million forfeited in 2025. The legislation aims to maximize existing federal housing dollars by improving coordination across financing tools.
This is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a policy bill. It formally confirms Mayor Muriel Bowser's appointment of Rohan Young, a 10th-grade student from Ward 7, to fill a vacant seat on the Commission on Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes. The commission, established by the 2016 "Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes Establishment Act," oversees youth development programs and out-of-school time initiatives in Washington, D.C. The resolution solely approves Young's appointment for the remainder of an unexpired term ending November 2027.
The Pets in Housing Amendment Act of 2025 prohibits insurance companies from asking about a dog's breed or charging higher premiums based on breed (except for documented aggressive behavior or if the dog is declared dangerous). It amends the 2024 Pets in Housing law to immediately implement pet rent and fee limits without requiring new funding, ensuring landlords who remove breed bans don't face higher insurance costs. This directly affects landlords, tenants (especially low-income residents and people of color who own mixed-breed dogs), and insurance companies in the District of Columbia. The bill removes financial barriers to pet ownership by addressing insurance discrimination and making key housing provisions effective.
This bill (B 26-0532) allows District seniors aged 65+ who own their primary residence to transfer their existing property tax cap credit to a new home purchased within 12 months. It directly affects seniors moving to a new primary residence, preventing steep tax increases they currently face when selling their capped-property home. Key provisions include: (1) transferring the tax credit value percentage-for-percentage to the new home, and (2) permitting seniors to combine ownership shares across multiple family members to meet the 50% ownership requirement. This change aims to make housing transitions more affordable for seniors needing to downsize, relocate for health reasons, or move to safer, more accessible homes.
This bill amends Washington D.C.'s 2010 health insurance law to allow private insurers and Medicaid managed care organizations to count specific social services toward their required medical care spending. It permits including evidence-based programs addressing food insecurity, reentry support for justice-involved individuals, and housing stability services in their medical loss ratio calculation. These services must aim to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for D.C. residents. The bill defines "social determinants of health" as community conditions affecting health, referencing CDC and CMS guidelines. It directly affects D.C. health insurers and managed care plans by expanding eligible expenses under existing insurance regulations.
This bill establishes a permanent Tax and Revenue Commission in the District of Columbia to provide expert recommendations on tax code revisions and non-tax revenue policies. The Commission will analyze the tax system’s fairness, efficiency, economic impact, and racial equity implications, then propose changes to the Mayor and Council. Key duties include broadening the tax base, modernizing tax administration, assessing fees/fines, and identifying unused tax credits. The Commission will operate with a director appointed by the Council and consult an Advisory Group composed of tax experts, government officials, and community/business representatives. It directly affects District tax policy decisions and government revenue planning.
This bill amends the Clean Hands Act to exempt occupational and business licenses from certification requirements starting October 1, 2025, directly affecting businesses seeking licenses under specific District code sections (e.g., §§ 47-2801-47-2853.224). It also increases the debt threshold from $100 to $2,500 for Clean Hands Act applicability, meaning larger debt obligations no longer trigger the certification process. The key changes simplify licensing for small businesses and reduce administrative barriers for debt-related compliance. These provisions aim to reduce regulatory burdens on local economic activity without altering the Act’s core purpose.
This bill establishes the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board (ABCA) to regulate cannabis in Washington, D.C., directly affecting cannabis businesses, social equity applicants, and residents. Key provisions include creating specific license categories (e.g., cultivator, retailer, microbusiness), requiring 25% of licenses for Social Equity Applicants (businesses owned by people from communities harmed by past cannabis laws), and setting up a Cannabis Equity and Opportunity Fund for grants and loans. It bans sales within 400 feet of schools/daycares, mandates a seed-to-sale tracking system, restricts advertising, and prohibits sales to minors or in residential areas. The ABCA will enforce rules, collect excise taxes on cannabis sales, and manage licensing fees and protests.
This bill requires the District of Columbia to create a grant fund to support business improvement districts and Main Streets in providing and maintaining public restrooms, and mandates that all new or substantially renovated parks of one acre or more include gender-neutral public restrooms. It directly affects residents and visitors who rely on public restrooms, including people experiencing homelessness, pregnant individuals, those with medical conditions, and young children. The law specifies that restrooms must be free, accessible 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and maintained by the District or contracted providers. It aims to address current scarcity by increasing restroom availability in high-use areas and public parks.
This bill prohibits insurance companies in Washington, D.C., from considering the use of HIV prevention medication (PrEP) when making decisions about disability, life, or long-term care insurance. It directly affects people using PrEP - such as daily pills (Truvada, Descovy) or the injection (Apretude) - who might otherwise face higher premiums, denied coverage, or limited benefits. The key provision amends existing anti-discrimination law to ban insurers from using PrEP use as a factor in underwriting, renewing, or pricing these policies. This aims to remove barriers to PrEP uptake and reduce stigma, supporting D.C.'s goal to lower new HIV diagnoses to under 130 annually by 2030.
This bill waives all city fees for services related to the Capital Pride Parade, Festival, and Block Party, including permits, police and fire support, health inspections, and cleanup costs. It directly affects Capital Pride event organizers by reducing their administrative expenses. The key provision, added to D.C. Code §47-2826, requires the Mayor to waive these fees to maintain the event's free admission for attendees. This policy change ensures the festival remains accessible while supporting its significant economic impact on the District.
