This bill is a procedural resolution confirming Eric Powell's appointment to the District of Columbia Apprenticeship Council. It fills a vacant seat previously held by Frederick Howell, with Powell serving as a public representative (not affiliated with employee or employer groups) until November 19, 2027. The Apprenticeship Council oversees the District's voluntary apprenticeship program established under D.C. law. This resolution does not create new policy but formalizes an appointment to an existing oversight body.
This emergency bill modifies District of Columbia school attendance rules for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. It directly affects two groups: (1) children who moved to DC after their home state's kindergarten cutoff date but before September 30, and (2) children under age 6 enrolled in pre-kindergarten programs. The bill permits parents or guardians to enroll these students in kindergarten without penalty, and requires DC Public Schools to notify families about eligibility. It also ensures students who relied on prior school communications about feeder patterns (like moving between schools) aren't disadvantaged by missed lotteries.
This emergency resolution amends District of Columbia school enrollment policies to ensure children who turn five before September 30 (but after their home state's cutoff) can attend kindergarten when moving to DC, and prevents families from being reported for truancy if children attend private or parochial pre-kindergarten programs. It specifically requires DC Public Schools to permit kindergarten enrollment for these students instead of forcing them into first grade, and stops the misapplication of truancy rules against children in quality pre-k programs. The resolution directly affects families with children in private/parochial pre-k programs and families relocating to DC during the school year. It addresses immediate policy changes to align with existing age cutoffs and prevent educational disruption for affected students.
This bill temporarily changes kindergarten enrollment rules for District of Columbia students during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. It exempts children who moved to DC after their previous state's kindergarten cutoff date but before September 30 from truancy rules, and allows enrollment in kindergarten for children under age 6 in public, private, or parochial pre-K programs. It also ensures students previously told they must skip kindergarten (or enrolled as first graders without it) can enroll in kindergarten if their parent or guardian requests it, and guarantees feeder-pattern students who completed 2024-2025 at Hardy Middle School can choose their 2025-2026 high school. The changes expire 225 days after enactment.
This bill proposes closing a 20-foot-wide portion of a public alley in Square 3524 (Ward 5) to consolidate adjacent private lots. It directly affects property owners (Lots 52, 53, 54, 802, and 892) and requires District Department of Transportation (DDOT) approval for two conditions: payment of $4,265 to remove street lighting and approval of a tree protection plan for a special tree on the site. The closure enables the development of 27 residential units (combining two-family townhouses and single-family homes) on the consolidated land. The bill is contingent on satisfying all conditions in the surveyor’s file before final approval.
This emergency resolution (PR 26-0263) authorizes the immediate closure of a specific portion of a public alley in Square 3524, Ward 5, to consolidate adjacent land. It enables the development of 27 residential units (including 3 affordable family-sized homes) in the Eckington neighborhood by allowing the alley to be reconfigured for housing. The resolution cites urgent project abandonment risks due to high costs, requiring expedited approval without standard review steps. It directly affects the developer, future residents, and public access to the alley, with no objection from relevant agencies.
This bill closes a portion of a public alley in Square 3524 (Ward 5) to consolidate adjacent property parcels. It allows for the development of 27 residential units (combining townhouses and single-family homes) by reverting title to the closed alley land as shown on a Surveyor's plat. The closure requires two conditions: payment of $4,265 for removing street lighting and approval of a tree protection plan for a special tree on the site. The bill is temporary, expiring 225 days after enactment, and affects the property owner (Lot 53) and future residents of the development.
This bill approves eight modifications to an existing contract with DLR Group of DC, P.C., for architectural and engineering services supporting the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) temporary office space ("swing space") during the renovation of the Daly Building. The modifications cover additional work required by zoning changes, including revised construction documents, meetings with preservation boards, and design updates for locations at One Judiciary Square and 501 New York Avenue. The bill authorizes payment of $2,775,355 (the total contract amount after modifications) for these services, which directly affects DLR Group and MPD. It is a procedural approval to expedite payment, not a policy change.
This is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a substantive legislative bill. It formally confirms Mayor Bowser's reappointment of Martin A. Skolnik to the Board of Real Estate Appraisers for a term ending June 26, 2028. The resolution directly affects the Board's composition and Skolnik's official role. It requires the Council to adopt the resolution and transmit a copy to Skolnik and the Mayor's Office. No new policy provisions or mechanisms are created.
This is a procedural resolution confirming Mayor Bowser's appointment of Whitney McGill to the Board of Barber and Cosmetology. It replaces Patrick Guarniere for the remainder of his unexpired term, which ends December 13, 2027. The resolution formally approves McGill's position as a cosmetologist licensed in the District serving on the board, as required by District law. No substantive policy changes are involved - this is solely a confirmation of an existing appointment.
This bill would amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to bar anyone expelled from the Council from running for Council member for five years after expulsion. It directly affects Councilmembers who face expulsion under current ethics rules, preventing them from seeking re-election or special election seats during that period. The change adds "not expelled from the Council in the past five years" as a new eligibility requirement alongside existing disqualifications like felony convictions. The amendment must be approved by voters, as it modifies the Home Rule Act. This follows a recent February 2025 expulsion of a Councilmember, which highlighted the current gap in consequences for expulsion.
This bill (B 26-0269) amends Washington, D.C.'s Homeless Services Reform Act to temporarily extend participation in the Family Re-Housing Stabilization Program (FRSP) beyond its standard 12-month limit. It directly affects homeless individuals enrolled in FRSP who are working toward housing stability but cannot yet sustain it independently. Key provisions require the Department of Human Services to grant extensions (in 6-month increments with 3-month reviews) if participants submit written requests, demonstrate good faith progress toward housing goals, and haven’t secured permanent affordable housing. If denied, participants receive 30 days’ written notice with appeal rights and continued services during appeals. The amendment expires 225 days after its effective date (July 10, 2025).
