This is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill) declaring an emergency to prevent a gap in special education services. It authorizes the Council of the District of Columbia to pass the "Special Education for Young Adults in the Custody of the Department of Corrections Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025" after a single reading, rather than through the standard process. The resolution addresses a timing gap between the expiration of an existing emergency special education law (D.C. Act 26-42) on July 10, 2025, and the effective date of a pending temporary law (Bill 26-211). It does not change educational requirements but ensures continuity of services for young adults in District Department of Corrections custody.
PR 26-0218, the "Pilot Truancy Reduction Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025," extends a one-year truancy pilot program in 5 District of Columbia schools until the final report on its outcomes is submitted. The resolution directs the Mayor to continue referring students with unexcused absences to the Department of Human Services (DHS) for intervention and documentation, using $3.38 million already allocated in the 2025 budget. It specifically extends the temporary act (passed September 2024) beyond its July 10, 2025, expiration date to allow time for the required August 15, 2025, final report. The resolution applies directly to students in the participating schools and DHS staff managing the interventions. This is a procedural extension, not a new policy change.
This bill requires the District of Columbia Department of Corrections to provide free appropriate public education (FAPE) under federal law to individuals with disabilities aged 18 and older who are in its custody during the 2024-2025 school year. It amends two existing laws (the Corrections Act of 1946 and the Corrections Oversight Improvement Act of 2022) to designate the Department of Corrections as the agency responsible for this education provision. The key mechanism is a new mandate specifying that DOC must offer these services in secure facilities for the duration of students' eligibility under IDEA and District law. This directly affects young adults with disabilities in DC's correctional facilities who would otherwise lack access to mandated educational services.
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $675 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for Georgetown University's campus projects, without the District assuming financial liability. The bonds will refund previous District bonds used to fund specific university projects, including a new science center at 3700 O Street, renovations at law center facilities, and technology upgrades across multiple campus locations. The resolution explicitly states the District will not be liable for repayment, as the bonds are "without recourse to the District" and do not constitute a debt or pledge of the District's credit. This is a financing mechanism for Georgetown University, not a new public policy or service.
This emergency resolution designates the District of Columbia Department of Corrections (DOC) as the agency responsible for providing free appropriate public education (FAPE) under federal and local law to eligible young adults (ages 18+ with prior special education needs) held in DOC custody. It extends a temporary arrangement allowing DOC to continue contracting with Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools for special education services through the 2024-2025 school year. The resolution addresses an immediate need to prevent disruption in services after the expiration of prior temporary legislation on April 12, 2025. It does not establish a permanent solution but ensures continuity while permanent bills (Bills 25-309 and 25-461) remain under review.
This emergency resolution authorizes Georgetown University to issue up to $675 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for specific campus projects. The funds will finance a new science center at 37th and O Streets (Ward 2) and renovations at the law center on New Jersey Avenue (Ward 6), including refinancing prior bonds issued in 2010. The District of Columbia will not be liable for repayment, as these bonds are non-recourse and do not constitute general obligations or a use of public credit. The resolution requires Council approval but does not create new taxes or obligations for the District.
This bill approves a $274,409.60 change order and a $3,000,000 multiyear contract for the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) to continue implementing Salesforce as its enterprise-wide customer relationship management (CRM) system. It directly affects UDC by authorizing a total of $4,200,542 to complete Phase I (including the change order) and fund Phase II of the CRM project, which supports recruitment, admissions, marketing, and communications. The contract covers development continuity through September 2026, with Phase I ending in June 2025 and Phase II running from March 2025 to September 2026. This is a procedural budget authorization, not a policy change.
This bill updates minimum pay scales for early childhood educators in Washington, D.C., requiring child development facilities receiving funds from the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund to meet new salary standards starting January 2025. It directly affects facilities that contract with the Department of Health to provide early childhood education services. Key provisions set annual minimums: $51,006 for assistant teachers with a child development associate credential (CDA), $54,262 for those with an associate degree or 60 college credits, and $75,103 for lead teachers with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. The bill amends the 1979 Day Care Policy Act to align pay with credential levels and takes effect after emergency approval, with transitional requirements for October-December 2024.
This resolution approves a collective bargaining agreement between DCPS and the Washington Teachers’ Union (WTU) for approximately 5,400 teachers. It sets wage increases of 4% for FY2024 (as a bonus), 2% for FY2025, 3% for FY2026, 3% for FY2027, and 4% for FY2028, along with annual increases to benefits like optical, dental, and legal coverage. The agreement directly affects DCPS teachers represented by WTU and aims to address compensation and working conditions. The resolution designates it as an emergency to expedite approval.
This resolution approves a 5-year collective bargaining agreement between DC Public Schools and the Washington Teachers’ Union (covering ~5,400 teachers and school staff). It includes annual salary increases (2% in 2025, 3% in 2026, 3% in 2027, 4% in 2028) plus a 4% bonus for 2024, and expands benefits like dental, optical, and legal coverage with monthly contribution increases through 2028. The agreement, effective 2023-2028, requires $238.9 million in total funding from the Workforce Investments Account. This resolution formally authorizes the agreement without adding new legislative requirements.
