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2025–2026 Session

170 bills
B26-0820Democratic

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

B26-0856Democratic

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

PR26-0823Democratic

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

PR26-0824Democratic

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

B26-0792Democratic

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

B26-0830Democratic

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

B26-0838Democratic

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

B26-0839Democratic

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

PR26-0795Democratic

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

PR26-0796Democratic

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

PR26-0802Democratic

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

PR26-0803Democratic

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

CER26-0210Democratic

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

CER26-0211Democratic

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

CER26-0212Democratic

Council honors Battle's Transportation, Inc.

Council recognizes Battle's Transportation, Inc. for 50 years of service.

Retained by the Council

CER26-0213Democratic

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

CER26-0214Democratic

Womens Sports Week Recognized

Council recognizes a sports week for girls and women, Sept. 20–26, and encourages participation.

Retained by the Council

CER26-0215Democratic

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

CER26-0216Democratic

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

CER26-0217Democratic

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

CER26-0218Democratic

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

CER26-0219Democratic

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

CER26-0220Democratic

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

CER26-0221Democratic

Center honored for senior wellness

Resolution honors Hayes Senior Wellness Center staff, volunteers, and supporters.

Retained by the Council