Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 25, 2025

B 26-0193: Foreclosure Moratorium and Homeowner Assistance Fund Coordination Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This emergency bill extends foreclosure protections for District of Columbia homeowners who applied for the DC Homeowner Assistance Fund (DC HAF) before September 30, 2022, and whose applications remain pending. It prohibits residential foreclosures, sales, or foreclosure judgments under specific D.C. codes while these applications are under review, pending approval, or under appeal. Mortgage lenders and housing entities must send notices to affected homeowners before foreclosure actions, detailing DC HAF’s availability to cure eligible debts and the September 30, 2022, application deadline. The law ensures homeowners receive documentation to prove their application status and requires updated notice templates on the DC HAF website.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents foreclosures for DC homeowners awaiting HAF assistance, protecting housing stability for vulnerable residents during application review.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 25, 2025

B 26-0171: Modification Nos. M0008, M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, and M0013 to Contract No. CW101233 with My Sister’s Place, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

This bill approves six contract modifications (M0008-M0013) to an existing agreement with My Sister’s Place, Inc. for case management services under the District’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program (FRSP). It authorizes $1,694,810.52 in payments for services provided during the second option year of the contract, continuing support for homeless families in Washington, D.C. The FRSP provides short-term rental and utility assistance to help families achieve housing stability and economic self-sufficiency. This is a procedural approval for an existing service contract, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.69M for FRSP case management, funding rental/utility assistance to stabilize homeless families' housing, directly advancing housing stability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 25, 2025

B 26-0170: Modification Nos. M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, M0013, and M0014 to Contract No. CW101626 with Collaborative Solutions for Communities Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

This bill approves six contract modifications (M0009-M0014) for a service provider, Collaborative Solutions for Communities, to continue case management services under the District's Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program (FRSP). It authorizes $1,732,633.44 in payment for services provided during the second option year of the contract, covering short-term rental and utility assistance for homeless families. The FRSP helps families experiencing homelessness set housing and economic goals through dedicated case managers. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on contract approval and payment authorization without creating new policy.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds FRSP program providing short-term rental/utility assistance to homeless families, directly advancing housing stability for vulnerable populations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 25, 2025

B 26-0196: Tenant Payment Plan Phasing Emergency Act of 2025

This bill requires landlords and property owners (referred to as "providers") to maintain any rent payment plans agreed upon with eligible tenants between March 11, 2020, and July 25, 2022, due to pandemic-related financial hardship. It prohibits providers from charging fees, interest, or penalties for these plans, reporting rent as delinquent to credit bureaus, or evicting tenants who comply with the plan during the covered period. The law directly affects residential tenants and small commercial tenants (occupying less than 6,500 sq. ft.) who entered payment agreements during the pandemic, ensuring they retain lease rights and access to online/phone application processes. Landlords must approve applications demonstrating pandemic hardship and cannot deny plans based on pre-pandemic payment issues.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits fees/penalties on pandemic-era rent plans, protects tenants from eviction for compliant payment plans during crisis, directly strengthening tenant protections in housing policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 18, 2025

B 26-0003: Rent Stabilized Housing Inflation Protection Continuation Temporary Amendment Act of 2025

This bill temporarily limits annual rent increases for rent-stabilized units in Washington, D.C., for two years (through April 2025). It directly affects three groups: regular tenants (capped at 6% or inflation rate +2%, max 12% cumulative), home care providers (capped at 4%, max 8% cumulative), and elderly/disabled tenants (capped at 4% or Social Security COLA, max 8% cumulative). The key mechanism sets lower annual increase limits than standard rent adjustments, with strict cumulative caps to prevent excessive hikes. The bill applies to units occupied by these specific tenant groups and expires after 225 days of effective date.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps rent increases for vulnerable tenants (elderly/disabled, home care) to prevent displacement, directly strengthening tenant protections in rent-stabilized housing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0126: Modification Nos. M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, M0013, and M0014 to Contract No. CW101626 with Collaborative Solutions for Communities Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill (PR 26-0126) approves six contract modifications (M0009-M0014) to a $1.73 million agreement with Collaborative Solutions for Communities for case management services under the District’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It authorizes payments for services provided to families from October 2024 through September 2025, adjusting the contract value incrementally across multiple modifications. The changes ensure continued service delivery by allowing the contractor to be paid for work exceeding $1 million within a 12-month period, as required by the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The bill directly affects the service provider (Collaborative Solutions for Communities) and the families receiving housing support through this program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.73M funding for Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program case management services, directly advancing housing stability and homelessness prevention.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0125: Modification Nos. M0008, M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, and M0013 to Contract No. CW101231 with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This emergency resolution approves six contract modifications (M0008-M0013) to a $1.7 million agreement with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington for case management services supporting families in the District’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It authorizes payment for services provided from October 2024 through September 2025, ensuring Catholic Charities can continue delivering housing assistance without interruption. The resolution is procedural, focusing solely on contract approval and payment authorization under District budget rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.7M payment for housing program, funding essential public services without interruption per existing contract.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.7M contract modifications for Catholic Charities' housing stabilization program, funding direct tenant assistance services to prevent housing disruption.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0124: Modification Nos. M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, M0013, and M0014 to Contract No. CW101558 with Everyone Home DC Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill approves six contract modifications (M0009-M0014) to an existing agreement with "Everyone Home DC" for case management services supporting families in the District's Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It extends the contract through September 30, 2025, and authorizes payment for services provided under the modifications, totaling $1,519,195.44 (exceeding $1 million, requiring Council approval under District law). The changes directly affect the Department of Human Services, the service provider (Everyone Home DC), and families receiving housing stabilization support. The legislation is procedural, ensuring payment for services already delivered and scheduled under the modified contract terms.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.5M funding for case management services supporting District's Family Rehousing Program, directly advancing housing stability for families and extending homelessness assistance through 2025.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0127: Modification Nos. M0008, M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, and M0013 to Contract No. CW101233 with My Sister’s Place, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill approves six contract modifications (M0008-M0013) to a $1.69 million agreement with My Sister’s Place, Inc. for case management services supporting families in the District of Columbia’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It authorizes payment for services provided from October 2024 through September 2025, adjusting the contract value to exceed $1 million over a 12-month period. The modifications cover partial exercise of option years, payment adjustments, and final authorization for the full service period. This procedural resolution requires Council approval under District Home Rule Act rules to ensure continued funding for these services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.69M funding for My Sister's Place case management services supporting DC's Family Rehousing Program, directly advancing affordable housing stability for families.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0128: Modification Nos. M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, and M0013 to Contract No. CW101632 with KBEC Group, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill approves five contract modifications (M0009-M0013) to an existing agreement with KBEC Group, Inc. for case management services supporting families in the District of Columbia’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It authorizes full payment for services provided under these modifications, increasing the contract value to $1.4 million for the period October 2024 through September 2025. The approval is requested as an emergency to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and compliance with District law requiring Council approval for contracts exceeding $1 million in a 12-month period. The resolution directly affects KBEC Group, Inc. and the families receiving housing support services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.4M funding for Family Rehousing Program case management, directly supporting housing stability and preventing homelessness through uninterrupted service delivery.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing