District
District of Columbia Legislation

2025–2026 Session
Housing data sharing bill
Bill would require the mayor to provide OTR a list of affordability-restricted properties within 180 days, then quarterly.
Public Hearing
Upcoming · Committee Mark-up of B26-0820
Students' IDs gain library access
Lawmakers would require student IDs to double as library cards and grant DPR facility access; the measure is introduced and would take effect after mayoral approval.
Referred to Committee on Committee of the Whole
Emergency declaration to speed firefighters pay deal
Council would declare an emergency to expedite administrative work to deliver pay and benefit changes for firefighters.
Retained by the Council
Firefighters get retroactive pay raises
Resolution would approve a new collective bargaining agreement with Local 36 firefighters, granting retroactive pay increases and a higher firefighter/paramedic premium, and adjust optical and dental contributions.
Retained by the Council
Behavioral Health Grants Extended
Department would renew Fiscal Year 2027 grants for former FY2026 recipients in Wards 1, 2, 5, and 6, funded by the Opioid Abatement Fund. Expires 225 days after taking effect.
Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on November 9, 2026
Bill would auto-revert utility rates after vacatur
A bill would automatically revert utility rates to the last lawfully approved levels whenever a court vacates a rate decision.
Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0830 Published in the DC Register
Symbolic street name honors Devaughn
Bill would designate the 1500 block of 45th Street NE as 'Kentrell Devaughn Way'. It is symbolic and would take effect after mayoral approval and 30 days of congressional review.
Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0838 Published in the DC Register
Symbolic street named Johnny Gant Way
Bill would designate part of 50th Street NE as 'Johnny Gant Way' in Ward 7; awaiting mayoral approval and congressional review.
Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0839 Published in the DC Register
Emergency move to fast-track bus contract
Council declares emergency to fast-track modifications to a student transport contract with USA Guided Tours DC, LLC. The emergency allows related approval after a single reading.
Resolution R26-0505, Effective from Sep 22, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 012975
Emergency transit contract tweak for disability students
Council declares emergency to approve a contract modification with Miles Away Charter, LLC, boosting the transportation services ceiling to $1,465,200 for students with disabilities.
Resolution R26-0504, Effective from Sep 22, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 012973
Emergency borrowing to fund capital projects
District Council declares an emergency to enable a separate borrowing resolution to be considered after one reading, up to $2,032,320,519 in debt to fund capital projects.
Resolution R26-0509, Effective from Sep 22, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 012977
Council approves 2 billion capital borrowing plan
The Council authorizes borrowing up to $2.032 billion for capital projects across agencies, effective immediately.
Resolution R26-0510, Effective from Sep 22, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 012978
Kennedy Memorial Recognition Resolution
Council adopts a ceremonial resolution honoring Robert A. Kennedy, Jr. for disability advocacy and Special Olympics involvement.
Retained by the Council
Council honors century-old fraternity chapter
Council would honor the Kappa Psi chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for a century of community service in the District.
Retained by the Council
Council honors Battle's Transportation, Inc.
Council recognizes Battle's Transportation, Inc. for 50 years of service.
Retained by the Council
Council honors Brannum for civil rights
Council passes a ceremonial resolution recognizing Robert Vinson Brannum for military service, veterans' advocacy, and civil-rights work.
Final Reading, CC
Womens Sports Week Recognized
Council recognizes a sports week for girls and women, Sept. 20–26, and encourages participation.
Retained by the Council
Council honors Parker for service
Council approves a ceremonial resolution recognizing Lindsey Parker's District service, effective on publication in the DC Register.
Retained by the Council
Council honors city administrator Donahue
Resolution honors Kevin Donahue for public service and leadership. It recognizes his role in government operations and public safety coordination.
Retained by the Council
Council honors Hattie Holmes Senior Wellness Center
Resolution recognizes Hattie Holmes Senior Wellness Center and urges Ward 4 residents aged 60+ to use the center.
Retained by the Council
Council honors senior wellness center
Council passes a resolution recognizing a senior wellness center and its staff for serving older adults.
Retained by the Council
Council honors Iona Senior Services
The Council adopts a ceremonial resolution recognizing Iona Senior Services for its work with adults 60 and older.
Retained by the Council
Council recognizes senior wellness center
Council recognizes Bernice Fonteneau Senior Wellness Center for 15 years of service. The measure does not create new funding or duties.
Retained by the Council
Center honored for senior wellness
Resolution honors Hayes Senior Wellness Center staff, volunteers, and supporters.
Retained by the Council