This bill proposes a resolution to confirm Aubrey Grant as a member of the District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture. The legislation formally approves Grant's appointment to fill a vacant seat on the board for the remainder of a term ending in November 2026. By passing this resolution, the Council completes the confirmation process for a nominee recommended by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The measure does not alter existing laws or policies but serves as a procedural step to finalize Grant's role on the regulatory board.
This bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves Maurice Walters for reappointment to the Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture in the District of Columbia. It designates him as a member of the board overseeing these professions until November 13, 2027, following his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The resolution requires the Council to send a copy of the document to both the nominee and the Mayor's office once adopted. This procedural measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to complete the administrative process of confirming a board member.
This bill modifies the District of Columbia's personal property tax by raising the exemption threshold for business assets from $225,000 to $325,000 and linking future increases to inflation. It also removes the requirement for businesses with assets below this new threshold to file a tax return, reducing administrative work for small companies. The tax rate itself remains $3.40 per $100 of taxable value, but the amount subject to tax will only include property worth more than the adjusted exemption limit. These changes aim to simplify the filing process and lower costs for businesses while ensuring the tax exemption keeps pace with rising prices.
This bill confirms Ajia Minnis as a specialty cosmetologist member of the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology. It fills a vacant seat previously held by Kandace Cash for the remainder of the term ending December 13, 2025. The resolution formally approves Minnis's appointment following her nomination by the Mayor and outlines the administrative steps for finalizing her service on the board.
This bill requires that every public and public charter school in the District of Columbia have a registered nurse on staff for at least 40 hours each week starting in 2028, regardless of whether the school currently participates in the state's health services program. To help attract and keep qualified staff, the legislation creates a loan repayment program that covers undergraduate and graduate education costs for nurses working in these schools. The Department of Health will manage this program by reviewing applications, disbursing funds by June 30 each year, and ensuring that current participants receive their awards before approving new ones.
This bill is a confirmation resolution that officially approves the reappointment of Vivian Lowery Derryck to the Racial Equity Advisory Board in the District of Columbia. The measure confirms her role as a board member for a term ending on December 17, 2026, following her nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Derryck, a former diplomat and nonprofit leader with extensive experience in civil rights and governance, will continue to serve on the board established by the REACH Amendment Act of 2020. Upon passage, the resolution will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor's office to finalize her appointment.
This bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves the reappointment of Kelly Crawford to the Racial Equity Advisory Board in the District of Columbia. The resolution confirms Crawford's role for a term ending on December 17, 2026, based on her nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The measure relies on existing laws established by the Racial Equity Achieves Results (REACH) Amendment Act of 2020 and the Confirmation Act of 1978 to facilitate the appointment. Once adopted, the Council will send a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor's office to complete the process.
This bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves the reappointment of Dr. Shareefah Al'Uqdah as a member of the District of Columbia's Racial Equity Advisory Board. The legislation confirms her selection for a two-year term ending on December 17, 2026, based on a nomination submitted by the Mayor. Dr. Al'Uqdah, a licensed clinical psychologist and academic leader, will serve on the board established by the Racial Equity Achieves Results Amendment Act of 2020 to advise the district on racial equity issues. Upon adoption, the Council will send a copy of this resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor's office.
This bill confirms Gabrielle Parsons as a new member of the District of Columbia's Racial Equity Advisory Board, filling a vacancy left by Charles Wilson. The resolution officially appoints Parsons, an expert in diversity and inclusion with experience in corporate and educational settings, to serve on the board until December 17, 2026. By adopting this confirmation, the Council formalizes Parsons' role within the advisory body established by the Racial Equity Achieves Results Amendment Act of 2020. The document serves as a procedural step to complete the Mayor's nomination process and transmit the appointment to the relevant offices.
The Consumer Health Information Privacy Protection Act of 2024 establishes new privacy rules for companies in the District of Columbia that collect, share, or sell personal health data, filling gaps left by federal HIPAA regulations which currently only cover hospitals and insurers. The bill requires these regulated entities to publish clear privacy policies, obtain explicit consumer consent before gathering data, and limit data usage strictly to the purposes originally disclosed to the individual. It also grants consumers the right to access their data, withdraw consent, demand deletion of their information, and mandates that any sale of health data requires a separate, valid authorization. Additionally, the legislation prohibits the creation of geofences around health service locations and classifies violations as unfair trade practices.
The Fair Housing Practices Amendment Act of 2024 aims to protect renters in the District of Columbia by banning landlords from charging separate fees for utilities used in common building areas like hallways or gyms. This change ensures that costs for shared spaces are included in the base rent rather than billed additionally to tenants regardless of their usage. The bill also introduces stricter rules for handling unpaid rent or damages when a tenant moves out, requiring landlords to notify renters within 45 days and provide proof of the debt at least 60 days before sending it to a collection agency. These provisions are designed to increase transparency in lease agreements and prevent unexpected charges that could negatively impact a tenant's credit history.
This bill approves new regulations for the District of Columbia's Large Capital Grants Program, which provides funding for significant arts and humanities facility improvements or purchases. To qualify, applicants must be nonprofit organizations with a primary mission in the arts or humanities that have operated in the District for at least one year. The program is designed for larger projects, offering grants between $900,000 and $1,500,000 to facilities with a tax valuation of at least $1 million. Eligible recipients must either own the property or hold a lease with at least 30 years of occupancy history and a minimum of seven years remaining. The resolution establishes these eligibility and disbursement rules to ensure the program's equity, transparency, and long-term sustainability.
