This bill temporarily extends the Streatery Program endorsement deadline to July 31, 2025, and clarifies when different types of marijuana licensees must pay their annual fees. It also adjusts distance restrictions for medical marijuana retailers, allowing some existing applicants to locate closer to schools and recreation centers under specific conditions. The law applies to on-premises retailers and manufacturers in the District of Columbia and will expire 225 days after it takes effect.
This bill temporarily amends existing law to allow the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development to issue non-competitive grants specifically to the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District. The funds are intended solely for sub-area planning projects within that district, expanding the scope of eligible recipients beyond just innovation districts. The authority granted by this act will expire 225 days after it takes effect, ensuring the change is limited in duration.
This bill establishes a Reparations Task Force to study the impact of slavery and systemic racism on African Americans in the District of Columbia and develop proposals for compensation. To support this effort, the legislation requires the Department of Insurance to create a database of historical records regarding insurance policies related to enslaved people. Additionally, the bill creates a Reparations Foundation Fund financed by a portion of sales tax revenue, vehicle fees, and other donations to pay for reparations based on the Task Force's recommendations.
This bill temporarily allows certain retail stores and restaurants in Washington, D.C., to refuse cash payments. It applies to businesses with specific on-premises licenses and restaurants that operate 24 hours a day or stay open until 3:00 am at least two days per week. To use this option, establishments must clearly display a sign at the door or on their menu stating that cash is not accepted. The law is designed to help reduce cash-related safety risks for employees and will expire 225 days after it takes effect.
This bill symbolically renames a specific section of Iowa Avenue, N.W., in Ward 4, to honor Rev. A. Knighton Stanley. The designated stretch of road runs between Arkansas Avenue, N.W., and 13th Street, N.W. Once enacted, the street will officially carry the new name "Rev. A. Knighton Stanley Way" as a commemorative designation. The legislation requires approval from the Mayor and a period of congressional review before it becomes effective.
This bill symbolically designates a specific section of T Street in Washington, D.C., as "Louise B. Miller Way" to honor an individual. The change applies only to the street name between 12th and 13th Streets in Ward 1 and does not alter the physical layout or function of the road. Once approved and published, the official name of that street segment will be updated in city records to reflect the new designation.
This bill symbolically names the 3000 block of Veazey Terrace in Ward 3 as "Girl Scouts' Way" to honor the organization's history in the area. The legislation involves no financial cost or changes to street regulations, serving purely as a commemorative designation. It will take effect after standard approval processes, including potential mayoral review and publication in the official district register.
This bill designates a specific public alley system in Square 5730, located between Gainesville and Hartford Streets in Southeast Washington, as the "Reverend Dr. Judy Talbert Street." The legislation formally changes the name of this area to honor Reverend Dr. Judy Talbert and applies only to the public alleyways within the defined boundaries. Once enacted, the change will be recorded in the District of Columbia Register, but the bill does not alter the physical structure or ownership of the land.
This bill designates a specific alley in Ward 1 as "DC Legendary Musicians Way" to honor the contributions of the DC Legendary Musicians Inc. organization and the city's rich musical history. The legislation officially names the public alley bounded by 7th Street, T Street, Wiltberger Street, and S Street, requiring the Mayor, Department of Transportation, and Office of the Surveyor to be notified upon enactment. By creating this permanent street name, the act aims to preserve the legacy of influential local artists and celebrate the cultural impact of music in Washington, D.C.
This bill officially names a specific public alleyway in Ward 8 as "East River Alley." It designates the alley located at 1655-1659 W Street, SE, between W Street and Galen Street, using a legal description based on property maps. The legislation requires approval from the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period before it becomes effective. There are no financial costs or new regulations associated with this naming designation.
This bill authorizes the closure of a small section of a public alley and the dedication of adjacent land to widen the alley in Ward 6, supporting St. Joseph's Church as it builds a new community facility. The legislation formally transfers ownership of the closed alley area to the church while accepting the new land into the public record for street use. Once enacted, the changes will be recorded by the District's Surveyor and Recorder of Deeds to update official property maps. This procedural measure facilitates the church's construction project without altering broader transportation policies or requiring additional funding.
This bill updates the District of Columbia's automobile insurance laws to increase minimum coverage limits and modernize how those limits are adjusted over time. It raises the mandatory minimum liability coverage from $25,000/$50,000 to $50,000/$100,000 and increases property damage coverage to $20,000, while also establishing a mechanism to automatically adjust these amounts every five years starting in 2028. Additionally, the legislation requires insurers to offer both standard and enhanced underinsured motorist protection, removing the option for drivers to completely waive these coverages. These changes aim to ensure that insurance policies keep pace with the rising costs of medical care and vehicle repairs.
