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AN ACT
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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To enact and amend, on an emergency basis, due to congressional review, provisions of law
necessary to support the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT ..................................................... 6
SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
AUTHORITY .......................................................................................................................... 6
SUBTITLE B. PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ACROSS -THE-
BOARD INCREASE STANDARD ....................................................................................... 6
SUBTITLE C. MEDICAL CAPTIVE CLAIMS RESERVE ............................................. 6
SUBTITLE D. OPEN MEETINGS ACT ENFORCEMENT ............................................. 6
SUBTITLE E. LOBBYING FEES AND PENALTIES ....................................................... 7
SUBTITLE F. TERMINATION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS ........................................ 7
SUBTITLE G. OFFICE FOR THE DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF HEARING
MANDATE EXPANSION ..................................................................................................... 9
SUBTITLE H. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROCESS
IMPROVEMENTS. ................................................................................................................ 9
SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LITIGATION SUPPORT
FUND ..................................................................................................................................... 12
SUBTITLE J. LGBTQ AFFAIRS OFFICE ....................................................................... 13
SUBTITLE K. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONS FUNDING
FLEXIBILITY ...................................................................................................................... 14
SUBTITLE L. FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLARIFICATION .............................................. 17
SUBTITLE M. VPART GRANT ......................................................................................... 17
SUBTITLE N. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AUTHORITY ...................................... 18
SUBTITLE O. RECEPTION AND REPRESENTATION AUTHORIZATION ........... 18
SUBTITLE P. RESIDENCY WAIVERS FOR DISTRIC IT WORKERS ..................... 18
TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION ....................................... 19 ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CASH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ........................................... 19
SUBTITLE B. VITALITY FUND AMENDMENT ........................................................... 19
SUBTITLE C. LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM ACCOUNTS .................. 21
SUBTITLE D. EVENTS DC EXPENDITURES ............................................................... 24
SUBTITLE E. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REPORTS ....... 25
SUBTITLE F. CENTRAL WASHINGTON ACTIVATION PROGRAM ..................... 25
SUBTITLE G. RETAIL RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM .......................................... 29
SUBTITLE H. HOUSING SUBSIDY CONTRACT EXTENSIONS .............................. 29
SUBTITLE I. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION TAX REBATE
PROGRAM ........................................................................................................................... 30
SUBTITLE J. WORLDPRIDE GRANTS .......................................................................... 31
SUBTITLE K. WALTER REED DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE .............................. 31
SUBTITLE L. EVENTS DC GRANTS .............................................................................. 32
SUBTITLE M. HOUSING PRESERVATION FUND ...................................................... 33
SUBTITLE N. RELIEF FOR RIVER EAST AT GRANDVIEW CONDOMINIUM
OWNERS ............................................................................................................................... 33
SUBTITLE O. FEDERAL CITY SHELTER AND CCNV REDEVELOPMENT
PLANNING ........................................................................................................................... 37
SUBTITLE P. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE ACCESS ........................................ 37
SUBTITLE Q. DC LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT ...................................... 39
SUBTITLE R. LRSP VOUCHER PRIORITIZATION .................................................... 41
SUBTITLE S. CHINATOWN LONG -TERM LEASE INCENTIVES ........................... 41
SUBTITLE T. NATIONAL THEATRE ACQUISITION ................................................ 44
SUBTITLE U. DMPED GRANTS ...................................................................................... 45
TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE ....................................................................... 45
SUBTITLE A. HOUSING FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FUND
CLARIFICATION ................................................................................................................ 45
SUBTITLE B. CRIMINAL CODE REFORM COMMISSION ...................................... 45
SUBTITLE C. DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE GRANT -
MAKING AUTHORITY ...................................................................................................... 46
SUBTITLE D. FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE TRAINING ................................................. 47
SUBTITLE E. COORDINATED INTAKE AND REFERRALS ..................................... 47
SUBTITLE F. SAFE PASSAGE PRIORITY AREAS ...................................................... 48
TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM ......................................................................... 49
SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA ............................. 49
SUBTITLE B. HEALTHY SCHOOLS FUND .................................................................. 53
SUBTITLE C. DCPS SCHOOL REPROGRAMMING ................................................... 54
SUBTITLE D. DC PUBLIC LIBRARY LEASING AUTHORITY ................................. 54 ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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SUBTITLE E. LIBRARY LOCATION AUTHORITY .................................................... 55
SUBTITLE F. GROW YOUR OWN PROGRAM ............................................................ 55
SUBTITLE G. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING PILOT ......................................................... 55
SUBTITLE H. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE ADMINISTRATION ................................ 56
SUBTITLE I. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY .............................. 56
SUBTITLE J. POVERTY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ............... 62
SUBTITLE K. ROSEMOUNT CENTER .......................................................................... 62
SUBTITLE L. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE PROGRAM ................................................ 63
SUBTITLE M. CAREER READY EARLY SCHOLARS PROGRAM ......................... 64
SUBTITLE N. SCHOOL CONNECT PILOT PROGRAM ANALYSIS AND
TRANSITION PLAN ........................................................................................................... 66
SUBTITLE O. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MATCHING
GRANT .................................................................................................................................. 67
SUBTITLE P. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING ............. 67
SUBTITLE Q. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL
EDUCATION AND DUAL ENROLLMENT .................................................................... 68
SUBTITLE R. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EARLY LITERACY EDUCATION
TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................................... 70
SUBTITLE S. PR HARRIS BUILDING AND SITE ........................................................ 74
SUBTITLE T. PUBLIC SCHOOL EXPERIENTIAL GRANT ....................................... 75
SUBTITLE U. SENIOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT ........................... 75
SUBTITLE V. PERMANENT POSITION FOR STUDENT AND TEACHER
WELLNESS........................................................................................................................... 75
SUBTITLE W. TRUANCY GRANTS ................................................................................ 76
TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES ............................................................................ 77
SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT RATES ....................... 77
SUBTITLE B. JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES OVERSIGHT ............................... 77
SUBTITLE C. MEDICAID INPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS ....... 78
SUBTITLE D. MEDICAID OUTPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS ... 82
SUBTITLE E. MEDICAID HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT SUPPLEMENTAL
PAYMENT AND HOSPITAL INPATIENT RATE SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS
................................................................................................................................................. 86
SUBTITLE F. GRANDPARENT AND CLOSE RELATIVE CAREGIVER
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION ........................................................................ 88
SUBTITLE G. RAPID RE-HOUSING ............................................................................... 89
SUBTITLE H. HEALTHY DC FUND ................................................................................ 91
SUBTITLE I. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION SUBSIDY .............. 91
SUBTITLE J. CAREER MOBILITY ACTION PLAN PROGRAM .............................. 92 ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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SUBTITLE K. PROBLEM GAMBLING PROGRAM ESTABLISHMENT ACT ....... 92
SUBTITLE L. ANIMAL CONTROL ................................................................................. 93
SUBTITLE M. CHILDCARE FOR PREGNANT AND BIRTHING PARENTS
GRANTS ................................................................................................................................ 94
SUBTITLE N. DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND COMMUNITY LIVING GRANT . 94
SUBTITLE O. GROCERY ACCESS PILOT PROGRAM .............................................. 95
SUBTITLE P. MENTAL HEALTH COURT URGENT CARE CLINIC ...................... 95
SUBTITLE Q. OPIOID ABATEMENT DIRECTED FUNDING ................................... 97
SUBTITLE R. PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REFORM AMENDMENT ....................... 98
SUBTITLE S. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER
EDUCATOR PILOT ............................................................................................................ 98
SUBTITLE T. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS ................................................................................ 98
SUBTITLE U. SEXUAL HEALTH PEER EDUCATORS GRANT ............................. 100
SUBTITLE V. TOBACCO USE CESSATION INITIATIVES ..................................... 101
SUBTITLE W. HOME VISITING REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY .................... 102
SUBTITLE X. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT ............................. 102
SUBTITLE Y. DC HEALTH GRANT ............................................................................. 103
TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE ...................................................... 103
SUBTITLE A. UNCLAIMED DEPOSITS FOR EXCAVATION WORK IN THE
PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY ................................................................................................ 103
SUBTITLE B. RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO STANDARD ........................ 104
SUBTITLE C. VISION ZERO PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY FUND ..... 105
SUBTITLE D. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL THIRD -PARTY REVIEW ........ 105
SUBTITLE E. GREENER GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ........................................... 107
SUBTITLE F. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS . 107
SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM .................................................... 109
SUBTITLE H. MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX ........................................................ 110
SUBTITLE I. STRENGTHENING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION, AND
RESPONSIBILITY CLARIFICATION ........................................................................... 110
SUBTITLE J. VEHICLE BOOT COST PARITY .......................................................... 119
SUBTITLE K. TAXICAB RATE STRUCTURE ............................................................ 119
SUBTITLE L. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY FUND TRANSFER
ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................... 120
SUBTITLE M. DOEE GRANT ......................................................................................... 120
SUBTITLE N. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND UTILIZATION ................ 120
SUBTITLE O. DISTILLERY FEES ADJUSTMENT .................................................... 122
TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE ............................................................................... 122 ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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SUBTITLE A. COMBINED REPORTING ..................................................................... 122
SUBTITLE B. EXCESS CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT REVENUE ..................... 123
SUBTITLE C. DEPOSIT OF DEED RECORDATION AND TRANSFER TAXES .. 123
SUBTITLE D. EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT MATCH LEVEL ......................... 124
SUBTITLE E. BABY BONDS ........................................................................................... 125
SUBTITLE F. SALES AND USE TAX ............................................................................. 126
SUBTITLE G. EXCESS DEBT SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS ................................. 128
SUBTITLE H. CAPITAL ARTS BUDGETING ............................................................. 128
SUBTITLE I. HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT ............... 129
SUBTITLE J. OPERATING FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN 130
SUBTITLE K. EXCESS BALLPARK FEE REVENUE ................................................ 131
SUBTITLE L. RIGHT-OF-WAY FEE, GAS TAX, AND GAS DEPOSITS ................ 132
SUBTITLE M. NON-LAPSING ACCOUNT REPEALS ............................................... 133
SUBTITLE N. NON-LAPSING FUND CONVERSIONS .............................................. 134
SUBTITLE O. QHTC MODIFCATION .......................................................................... 135
SUBTITLE P. CORPORATE SHORT -TERM STAY HOUSING IN DOWNTOWN 135
SUBTITLE Q. RULE 736 REPEALS ............................................................................... 137
SUBTITLE R. SPORTS WAGERING ............................................................................. 137
SUBTITLE S. KAPPA ALPHA PSI INC. REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION .. 143
SUBTITLE T. MYPHEDUH FILMS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION EXTENSION
............................................................................................................................................... 143
SUBTITLE U. CLEAN HANDS ........................................................................................ 144
SUBTITLE V. INCOME TAX SECURED AND MUNICIPAL BONDS ..................... 145
SUBTITLE W. SMALL RETAILER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ............................... 145
SUBTITLE X. FISCAL STABILIZATION AND CASH FLOW RESERVES ............ 148
SUBTITLE Y. REAL PROPERTY TAX ......................................................................... 151
SUBTITLE Z. GALA HISPANIC THEATRE TAX REBATE ..................................... 155
SUBTITLE AA. CHILD TAX CREDIT ........................................................................... 156
SUBTITLE BB. STUDIO THEATRE TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT ............... 158
SUBTITLE CC. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS ............................ 158
TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS ....................................................................... 160
TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE ......................... 162
BE IT ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
act may be cited as the “Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Support Congressional Review Emergency Act
of 2024”.
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TITLE I. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION AND SUPPORT
SUBTITLE A. OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY
Sec. 1001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Office of the Inspector General Law Enforcement
Authority Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1002. Section 23-501(2) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended by
striking the phrase “; or the Fire Marshal” and inserting the phrase “employees of the Office of
the Inspector General charged with conducting an investigation of an alleged felony and
consistent with the authority granted under § 1-301.115a(f-1); or the Fire Marshal” in its place.
SUBTITLE B. PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ACROSS -THE-
BOARD INCREASE STANDARD
Sec. 1011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Public Sector Workers’ Compensation Across-the-
Board Increase Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1012. Section 2341(b) of the District of Columbia Government Comprehensive
Merit Personnel Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-139; D.C. Official Code § 1-
623.41(b)), is amended by striking the phrase “a claimant’s service or specific pay schedule” and
inserting the phrase “the Career Service salary schedule” in its place.
SUBTITLE C. MEDICAL CAPTIVE CLAIMS RESERVE
Sec. 1021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Captive Insurance Agency Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1022. Section 11(c) of the District of Columbia Medical Liability Captive Insurance
Agency Establishment Act of 2008, effective July 18, 2008 (D.C. Law 17-196; D.C. Official
Code § 1-307.90(c)), is amended by striking the phrase “Captive Trust Fund” and inserting the
phrase “Medical Captive Insurance Claims Reserve Fund” in its place.
SUBTITLE D. OPEN MEETINGS ACT ENFORCEMENT
Sec. 1031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Open Meetings Enforcement Congressional Review
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Sec. 1032. Section 409(e) of the Open Meetings Act, effective March 31, 2011 (D.C.
Law 18-350; D.C. Official Code § 2-579(e)), is amended by striking the figure “$250” and
inserting the figure “$500” in its place.
SUBTITLE E. LOBBYING FEES AND PENALTIES
Sec. 1041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Lobbying Fees and Penalties Reform Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1042. The Board of Ethics and Government Accountability Establishment and
Comprehensive Ethics Reform Amendment Act of 2011, effective April 27, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-
124; D.C. Official Code § 1-1161.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 227(b) (D.C. Official Code § 1-1162.27(b)) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the figure “$250” and inserting the
figure “$350” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the figure “$50” and inserting the figure
“$100” in its place.
(b) Section 232(c) (D.C. Official Code § 1-1162.32(c)) is amended by striking the phrase
“$10 per day up to 30 days” and inserting the phrase “$100 per day up to 60 days” in its place.
SUBTITLE F. TERMINATION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS
Sec. 1051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Procedure for the Termination of Grant Agreements
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1052. The Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C.
Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 1092 (D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11) is amended as follows:
(1) A new paragraph (5A) is added to read as follows:
“(5A) “Grant agreement” means a legal instrument for the transfer of funds from
the grantor to the grantee that sets forth the terms and conditions of the award.
(2) A new paragraph (13) is added to read as follows:
“(13) “Terminate” or “termination” means the cancellation of awarding agency
sponsorship, in whole or in part, at any time prior to the date of completion.”.
(b) A new section 1096a is added to read as follows:
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“(a) A grant agreement for a grant awarded on a competitive basis pursuant to section
1094(a) may be terminated, in whole or in part, before the end of the grant agreement, only if:
“(1) The grantee fails to comply with the terms or conditions of the grant
agreement or applicable laws; or
“(2) The grantor and the grantee mutually determine that the continuation of the
grant agreement would not produce beneficial results commensurate with the further expenditure
of funds.
“(b)(1) A grantor who intends to terminate a grant agreement under subsection (a)(1) of
this section shall notify the grantee in writing of the grantor’s intent to terminate the grant
agreement and the reasons therefor. The notice shall be delivered by hand, certified mail, courier,
delivery service, or electronic mail and shall request the grantee to show cause in writing why
the grant should not be terminated.
“(2)(A) The show-cause notice issued pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection
shall:
“(i) State the reasons for the proposed termination;
“(ii) State the effective date of the termination; and
“(iii) Provide the grantee 10 business days after the receipt of the
notice to respond, including by presenting in writing any facts bearing on the case.
“(B) To refute any allegation of non-compliance described in the show-
cause notice, the grantee must substantiate that the determination of non-compliance is founded
on a substantial factual error. An allegation of noncompliance cannot be refuted by defense of
honest mistake, good intention, or ignorance of the requirement(s).
“(C) A grantor shall provide a reply to a grantee’s response made pursuant
to subparagraph (A)(iii) of this paragraph within 15 business days after receiving the grantee’s
response. The grantor’s reply shall include the grantor’s reason for agreeing or disagreeing with
the facts and arguments presented by the grantee and shall set forth the grantor’s decision
whether to terminate the grant agreement as described in the notice required by paragraph (1) of
this subsection or to revoke such notice.
“(c) Termination under subsection (a)(2) of this section may be initiated:
“(1) By the grantor with the written consent of the grantee, in which case the two
parties shall agree upon the termination and, in the case of partial termination, the portion to be
terminated; or
“(2) By the grantee upon written request to the grantor setting forth the reasons
for such termination, the effective date, and, in the case of partial termination, the portion to be
terminated; provided, that the grantor must provide written consent to the grantee’s request to
terminate the grant agreement.”.
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SUBTITLE G. OFFICE FOR THE DEAF, DEAFBLIND, AND HARD OF
HEARING MANDATE EXPANSION
Sec. 1061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Office for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1062. Section 4a(e) of the Disability Rights Protection Act of 2006, effective
December 8, 2020 (D.C. Law 23-152; D.C. Official Code § 2-1431.03a(e)), is amended as
follows:
(a) Paragraph (9) is amended by striking the phrase “Assist agencies” and inserting the
phrase “Assist agencies and the Council” in its place.
(b) Paragraph (13)(C) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a semicolon
in its place.
(c) A new paragraph (13A) is added to read as follows:
“(13A) Process and fulfill requests for interpreter services made to the Council by
a member of the public; provided, that the Council shall have exclusive control over the
administration of Council hearings and meetings and that ODDHH enters into a memorandum of
understanding with the Council to implement this paragraph; and”.
SUBTITLE H. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROCESS
IMPROVEMENTS.
Sec. 1071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Department of General Services Process Improvements
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1072. The Department of General Services Establishment Act of 2011, effective
September 14, 2011 (D.C. Law 19-21; D.C. Official Code § 10-551.01 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 1028e (D.C. Official Code § 10-551.07e) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) Beginning no later than December 31, 2024, the Department shall publish a
dashboard referencing all open facility maintenance work orders for client agencies not
exempted by subsection (e)(2) of this section, updated daily (except Saturdays, Sundays, and
legal public holidays) to reflect changes in work order status and newly opened work orders. The
information published on the dashboard shall be available for download.”.
(2) Subsections (b) and (c) are repealed.
(3) Subsection (d) is amended to read as follows:
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“(1) “Client agency” means a District agency for which the Department provides
facility maintenance services, including the District of Columbia Public Schools and the
Department of Parks and Recreation.
“(2) “Dashboard” means a publicly accessible online data interface that shares
information on all facility maintenance work orders submitted to the Department, including at
least the following information for each work order:
“(A) The facility impacted;
“(B) The location of the issue;
“(C) A description of the type of issue;
“(D) The date the work order was requested;
“(E) The work order number;
“(F) Any prioritization level that the Department or client agency has
assigned;
“(G) The status of the work order; and
“(H) If the work order remains open, an estimated completion date.
“(3) “HVAC Watch List” means the Department’s tracking system for identifying
District of Columbia Public Schools facilities with disruptions in their heating, ventilation, and
air-conditioning system.”.
(4) A new subsection (d-1) is added to read as follows:
“(d-1) Beginning no later than December 31, 2024, the Department shall publish
analytics on its overall performance during the most recently completed and current fiscal year,
including:
“(1) The number of approved work orders per client agency;
“(2) The percentage of work orders at each priority level completed on time;
“(3) The average number of days to complete work orders for each client agency;
“(4) The number of preventative maintenance tasks completed for each client
agency;
“(5) The number of District of Columbia Public Schools facilities on each tier of
the Department’s HVAC Watch List updated at least weekly; and
“(6) Any other analytics the Department deems appropriate for publication.”.
(5) Subsection (e) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) The Department shall withhold work order data regarding any deficiency
identified under paragraph (1) of this subsection, including security vulnerabilities at any client
agency facility, from disclosure pursuant to subsection (a) of this section.”.
(B) Paragraph (3)(A) is amended by striking the period and inserting the
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(6) A new subsection (f) is added to read as follows:
“(f) The Department shall ensure that at least one client agency employee working full
time at each facility has access to its computerized maintenance management system to enter and
manage that facility’s work orders.”.
(b) Section 1028f (D.C. Official Code § 10-551.07f) is amended by adding a new
subsection (c) to read as follows:
“(c) The Department shall assign work order requests to repair interior doors to
instructional and regularly used administrative spaces in DCPS facilities as “high priority” work
orders in CMMS.”.
(c) New sections 1028g and 1028h are added to read as follows:
“Sec. 1028g. Annual school readiness checklist.
“(a) Beginning no later than October 1, 2024, and each year thereafter, the Department
shall publish the results of the annual checklist, including all school-level responses and a
summary data table, sent to all DCPS school principals to assess the Department’s summer
readiness efforts and to plan for future maintenance needs.
“(b) The checklist shall include:
“(1) The name of the DCPS facility;
“(2) The date on which the checklist is being completed; and
“(3) An opportunity to provide feedback on the operational readiness of the DCPS
facility, including its HVAC system, plumbing, electrical, environment, and compliance with
federal and District disability rights laws.
“(c) For purposes of this section, the term “DCPS” means the District of Columbia Public
Schools.”.
“Sec. 1028h. Annual maintenance plan.
“(a) Beginning no later than March 31, 2025, and each year thereafter, the Department
shall publish on its website a maintenance plan, which shall include:
“(1) The mission, goals, and key performance indicators of the plan for reactive
maintenance, routine maintenance, and preventative maintenance for each client agency;
“(2) Criteria for how the plan will prioritize among facilities and client agencies;
“(3) A list of facilities and client agencies included in its current maintenance
program;
“(4) A schedule for when routine and preventative maintenance should occur by
client agency facility;
“(5) A description of how reactive maintenance will be prioritized between client
agencies, and by facility within each client agency, including the results of the school readiness
checklist created under section 1028g;
“(6) A copy of checklists associated with each routine and preventative
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“(7) A description of how routine and preventative maintenance tasks are
documented in the Department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (“CMMS”)
including which tasks are automatically created;
“(8) An explanation for which preventative, reactive, and routine maintenance
tasks are completed using Department staff and which are completed using outside vendors; and
“(9) An annual cost estimate for achieving the goals of the maintenance plan.
“(b) For purposes of this section, the term:
“(1) “Client agency” means a District agency for which the Department provides
facility maintenance services, including the District of Columbia Public Schools and the
Department of Parks and Recreation.
“(2) “Preventative maintenance” means proactive inspection, testing,
maintenance, calibration, commissioning, or training activity meant to prolong the useful life of a
building system.
“(3) “Reactive maintenance” means an unscheduled service or repair activity for
buildings or grounds that is requested through the CMMS work order process and is required to
ensure the health, safety, comfort, appropriate use, and efficiency of the client agency’s buildings
and grounds.
“(4) “Routine maintenance” means a service activity for buildings or grounds that
is required on a regular basis to ensure reliable, efficient, and appropriate use of the building and
grounds.”.
SUBTITLE I. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LITIGATION
SUPPORT FUND
Sec. 1081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Litigation Support Fund Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1082. Section 106b of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia
Clarification and Elected Term Amendment Act of 2010, effective October 22, 2015 (D.C. Law
21-36; D.C. Official Code § 1-301.86b), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (c)(2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) Beginning in Fiscal Year 2024, up to $9.7 million deposited into the Fund
each fiscal year may be used for the purposes of crime reduction, violence interruption, and other
public safety initiatives.”.
(b) Subsection (d)(3)(A) is amended to read as follows:
“(A) At the end of each fiscal year, any funds in excess of $23.5 million
shall revert to the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of the District of Columbia.”.
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“(g) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, $25,000,000 of the amount received by
the District in Fiscal Year 2024 in settlement of District of Columbia et al. v. Michael J. Saylor
et al., Superior Court of the District of Columbia Case No. 2021 CA 001319 B, and deposited
into the Fund pursuant to subsection (b)(1) of this section shall be recorded as local fund revenue
and shall be made available as set forth in the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Financial Plan.
“(h) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning in Fiscal Year 2025, the
amounts received, less attorneys’ fees, by the District in settlement of District of Columbia v.
JUUL Labs, Inc. et al., Superior Court of the District of Columbia Case No. 2019 CA 007795 B,
and deposited into the Fund pursuant to subsection (b)(1) of this section shall be allocated as
follows:
“(1) 50% shall be used for the authorized purposes of the Fund, pursuant to
subsection (c) of this section; and
“(2) 50% shall be transferred to the Tobacco Use Cessation Fund, established by
the Tobacco Cessation Initiatives Amendment Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024 (D.C. Act
25-550; 71 DCR 9990), to be used for the authorized purposes of that fund.”.
SUBTITLE J. LGBTQ AFFAIRS OFFICE
Sec. 1091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “LGBTQ Affairs Budget Transparency Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1092. The Office of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs Act of 2006,
effective April 4, 2006 (D.C. Law 16-89, D.C. Official Code § 2-1381 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 3 (D.C. Official Code § 2-1382) is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 3. Establishment of the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and
Questioning Affairs; Advisory Committee.
“(a) There is established the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and
Questioning Affairs (“Office”).
“(b) The Mayor shall appoint a Director of the Office with the advice and consent of the
Council, pursuant to section 2(a) of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C.
Law 2-142; D.C. Official Code § 1-523.01(a)), and shall fix the compensation of the Director
pursuant to Title X-A of the District of Columbia Government Comprehensive Merit Personnel
Act of 1978, effective June 10, 1998 (D.C. Law 12-124; D.C. Official Code § 1-610.51 et seq.);
except, that this subsection shall not apply to a Director of the Office appointed by the Mayor
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“(c) The Director is authorized to hire staff in the Career Service, consistent with
budgetary authorization, as he or she deems necessary to perform the functions of the Office.
The Director may engage qualified volunteers in accordance with District law.
“(d) The Director shall have authority to delegate to other employees of the Office any of
the Director’s duties and powers.
“(e) The Mayor shall establish an Advisory Committee, consisting of not more than 25
public members who shall be representative of the diversity of people and ideas within the
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning community. The Advisory Committee shall
include, at a minimum, representation from the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and
questioning community organizations representing health, social service, religious, and human
rights issues, and its members shall be representative of the diversity in the community with
regard to socioeconomic status, religion, race, ethnicity, gender identification, age, and families.
The Advisory Committee shall advise the Director and the Mayor on issues relating to the
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning community and on issues relating to the
mission of the Office.
“(f) Nothing in this section shall prevent the Mayor from utilizing existing resources of
the Executive Office of the Mayor to provide central administrative support to the Office,
including use of office space and equipment, procurement, human resources, and agency fiscal
operations.”.
(b) Section 4 (D.C. Official Code § 2-1383) is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 4. Powers and duties of the Office.”.
(2) Subsection (a) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead in language is amended by striking the word “Director” and
inserting the word “Office” in its place.
(B) A new paragraph (11A) is added to read as follows:
“(11A) Coordinate grantmaking activities to support WorldPride 2025, pursuant
to section 2092 of the WorldPride Grants Administration Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024
(D.C. Act 25-550; 71 DCR 9990);”.
SUBTITLE K. ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONS FUNDING
FLEXIBILITY
Sec. 1101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Funding
Flexibility Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 1102. The Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Act of 1975, effective October 10,
1975 (D.C. Law 1-21; D.C. Official Code § 1-309.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 14(b) (D.C. Official Code § 1-309.11(b)) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1A) is repealed.
(2) A new paragraph (1C) is added to read as follows:
“(1C) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an Advisory Neighborhood
Commissioner may call a meeting, be counted for determination of a quorum, remotely
participate, and vote on matters before the Commission without being physically present;
provided, that the Commissioner participates through teleconference or other digital means
identified by the Commission for this purpose.”.
(b) Section 16 (D.C. Official Code § 1-309.13) is amended as follows:
(1) A new subsection (b-2) is added to read as follows:
“(b-2)(1) Each Commission may expend funds by Electronic Funds Transfer (“EFT”),
including through Automated Clearing House (“ACH”) payments.
“(2) Each Commission expending funds by EFT or ACH payments shall do so
pursuant to a procedure determined by the OANC that limits monthly EFT or ACH expenditures
relative to the Commission's quarterly allotment.
“(3) Numbers assigned to EFT or ACH payments shall not be considered check
numbers for purposes of subsection (f)(2)(A)(iii) of this section.”.
(2) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) The treasurer of each Commission shall file with the OANC, within 30 days of
assuming the office of treasurer or within 30 days of any change in the requested information, on
a form provided by the OANC, a statement that includes the treasurer’s name, home and
business address and telephone number, the location of books and records of the Commission,
and the name and location of any depository of the Commission’s funds, including account
numbers. The bylaws adopted by each Commission shall include a provision for filling in a
timely manner a vacancy in the office of treasurer from among the remaining Commissioners.
No expenditure shall be made by a Commission during a vacancy in the office of treasurer.”.
(3) Subsection (f) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (2A) is amended as follows:
(i) Subparagraph (A) is amended as follows:
(I) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase
“by debit card” and inserting the phrase “by debit card or ACH” in its place.
(II) Sub-subparagraph (ii) is amended by striking the phrase
“officers of the Commission” and inserting the phrase “officers of the Commission on a form
provided by the OANC” in its place.
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“(C) A record or signature by an officer of a Commission who has
authority to sign on behalf of the Commission may be in electronic form.”.
(B) A new paragraph (2B) is added to read as follows:
“(2B) Upon the request of a Commission, an individual serving as treasurer of
that Commission may be granted a waiver by the OANC of a requirement of paragraph (2) or
(2A) of this subsection; provided, that:
“(A) The treasurer has not previously been granted a waiver pursuant to
this paragraph while serving as treasurer of a Commission;
“(B) The OANC has reviewed the financial reports of the Commission and
no evidence of fraud or abuse is uncovered;
“(C) The relevant expenditure was approved in the annual budget or
meeting minutes of the Commission;
“(D) Training is provided to the treasurer of the Commission receiving the
waiver on areas of noncompliance; and
“(E) The OANC provides a written notice of its determination to the
Commission and the Office of the District of Columbia Auditor within 10 business days of the
waiver.”.
(4) Subsection (l)(1) is amended by striking the phrase “shall be a purpose that
benefits the community as a whole” and inserting the phrase “shall be a purpose that includes a
significant benefit for the community” in its place.
(5) Subsection (m)(2)(C) is amended by striking the phrase “The total cost” and
inserting the phrase “An expected budget for the total cost” in its place.
(c) Section 17 (D.C. Official Code § 1-309.14) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “determined by the Trustees”
and inserting the phrase “determined by the Trustees; except, that no new security fund
applications shall be accepted after November 15, 2024”.
(2) New subsections (g) and (h) are added to read as follows:
“(g)(1) By January 15, 2025, any remaining balance held in the Fund shall be withdrawn
by the Trustees and transferred to the District’s General Fund.
“(2) After the transfer required by paragraph (1) of this subsection has occurred,
the Board of Trustees established by subsection (a) of this section shall be dissolved and its
remaining authority under this section shall transfer to the OANC subject to paragraph (3) of this
subsection.
“(3) Subject to available funding, the OANC may provide reimbursement to a
Commission participating in the Fund prior to January 1, 2025, for losses incurred due to
unauthorized expenditures or loss of funds not resulting from an expenditure authorized by a
vote of the Commission; provided, that the Commission requesting reimbursement submit a
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“(h) This section shall expire on December 31, 2025.”.
Sec. 1103. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE L. FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLARIFICATION
Sec. 1111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “False Claims Clarification Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1112. Section 814 of the District of Columbia Procurement Practices Act of 1985,
effective May 8, 1998 (D.C. Law 12-104; D.C. Official Code § 2-381.02), is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (d)(1) is amended as follows:
(1) Subparagraph (A) is amended to read as follows:
“(A) The claim, record, or statement was made or a cause of action under
this section otherwise accrued on or after January 1, 2015; and”.
(2) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the phrase “equals $1 million” and
inserting the phrase “equals or exceeds $1 million” in its place.
(b) A new subsection (e) is added to read as follows:
“(e) For purposes of subsection (d) of this section, making a “claim, record, or statement”
includes undertaking any of the acts listed in subsection (a) of this section, including when a
person, on or after January 1, 2015, knowingly conceals or knowingly and improperly avoids or
decreases an obligation to pay or transmit money or property to the District.”.
SUBTITLE M. VPART GRANT
Sec. 1121. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “VPART Grant Congressional Review Emergency Act
of 2024”.
Sec. 1122. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the
Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Affairs shall issue a grant of
$250,000 to a community-based organization to support the Violence Prevention and Response
Team (“VPART”), including coordinating and leading VPART meetings and providing services
to support the District’s response to hate crimes, including cultural competency training for
relevant agency staff and other service providers.
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SUBTITLE N. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AUTHORITY
Sec. 1131. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Chief Financial Officer Authority to Budget New
Agencies Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1132. The Chief Financial Officer shall, for the purpose of establishing a budget
structure for a new agency within the financial system for Fiscal Year 2025:
(1) Create a new agency in the financial system, as necessary; and
(2) Reallocate funds budgeted in the Non-Departmental Account as necessary to
implement the Reparations Foundation Fund and Task Force Establishment Act of 2023, as
introduced on February 24, 2023 (Bill 25-152), following its effective date.
SUBTITLE O. RECEPTION AND REPRESENTATION AUTHORIZATION
Sec. 1141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Reception and Representation Authorization
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1142. Section 1 of An Act To authorize funds for ceremonies in the District of
Columbia, approved July 11, 1947 (61 Stat. 314; D.C. Official Code § 1-333.09), is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the figure “$100,000” and inserting the figure
“$150,000” in its place.
(b) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the figure “$100,000” and inserting the figure
“$150,000” in its place.
SUBTITLE P. RESIDENCY WAIVERS FOR DISTRIC IT WORKERS
Sec. 1151. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Residency Waivers for District IT Workers
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 1152. Section 105 of the Jobs for D.C. Residents Amendment Act of 2007, effective
May 23, 2019 (D.C. Law 22-315; D.C. Official Code § 1-515.05), is amended by adding a new
subsection (d) to read as follows:
“(d) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an employee with a job classification
involving information technology who has received a waiver of a residency requirement pursuant
to this section or another provision of District law may be granted a residency waiver for as long
as the employee works in an information technology capacity at the District government entity
that granted the residency waiver.”.
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TITLE II. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATION
SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CASH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Sec. 2001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Direct Cash Assistance Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2002. Section 2032(p) of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic
Development Limited Grant-Making Authority Act of 2012, effective September 20, 2012 (D.C.
Law 19-168; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.04(p)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), the Deputy Mayor shall have
grant-making authority for the purpose of providing funds to support District-based direct cash
assistance programs or pilot programs that provide unrestricted cash assistance directly to
individuals or households and that are administered by a nonprofit organization or
organizations.”.
(b) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “By September 30, 2024,” and
inserting the phrase “Within 30 days after the end of each year for which a grant is awarded
pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection,” in its place.
(c) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “By November 1, 2024,” and
inserting the phrase “Within 90 days after the end of each year for which a grant is awarded
pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection,” in its place.
SUBTITLE B. VITALITY FUND AMENDMENT
Sec. 2011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Vitality Fund Congressional Review Emergency Act of
2024”.
Sec. 2012. Vitality Fund.
(a) There is established as a special fund, the Vitality Fund (“Fund”), which shall be
administered by the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development in accordance with
subsection (c) of this section.
(b) There shall be deposited into the Fund such funds as may be appropriated for that
purpose.
(c) Money in the Fund shall be used to pay for grants awarded under section 2013.
(d)(1) The money deposited into the Fund but not expended in a fiscal year shall not
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(2) Subject to authorization in an approved budget and financial plan, any funds
appropriated in the Fund shall be continually available without regard to fiscal year limitation.
Sec. 2013. Vitality Fund Grants.
(a) Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013
(D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), the Deputy Mayor for Planning and
Economic Development (“Deputy Mayor”) may award grants from the Vitality Fund established
pursuant to section 2012 to attract businesses to the District or retain businesses in the District,
with a preference for attraction to or retention in the District’s central business district.
(b) Grants awarded pursuant to this section may be used for the following purposes:
(1) To cover operational costs;
(2) As down-payment assistance or to subsidize rent;
(3) To pay for tenant improvements;
(4) To cover workforce training or professional development costs not eligible for
support through other workforce programs; and
(5) To cover recruitment and hiring costs.
(c) To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, a business must:
(1) Demonstrate that the retention or attraction of its business will have a
significant positive economic impact on the District, which may be evidenced by the following
factors:
(A) New jobs;
(B) Retained jobs;
(C) Total employment;
(D) Average annual wages;
(E) Term of occupancy;
(F) Net new square feet occupied;
(G) Total square feet occupied;
(H) Dollar amount of capital investment;
(I) Tax revenue;
(J) Return on investment;
(K) Contribution of the company’s presence in the District to the growth
of the company’s industry in the District; or
(L) Other outcomes identified by the Deputy Mayor that quantify the
economic impact of the business’s project on the District.
(2) Require its employees, in the aggregate, to be on-site at a location in the
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(A) Develop or participate in a workforce development program that
offers District residents opportunities for training or employment within the business or the
industry in which it operates; or
(B) Spend at least 5% of its total annual contracting with businesses
eligible for certification as local business enterprises, pursuant to section 2331 of the Small and
Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005, effective October 20,
2005 (D.C. Law 16-33; D.C. Official Code § 2-218.31).
(d) By January 1, 2026, and annually thereafter, the Deputy Mayor shall submit to the
Council a report that contains the following information on grants awarded pursuant to this
section in the prior calendar year:
(1) For each grantee:
(A) The name of the business, the location of the business, and the grant
amount;
(B) The number of jobs created or retained as a result of the grants and the
average annual wages of the jobs created or retained;
(C) The total number of persons employed by the grantee;
(D) The square footage leased or occupied by the grantee;
(E) The dollar amount of capital investments made by the grantee, if
applicable;
(2) The return on investment for all grants awarded; and
(3) Any other information the Deputy Mayor deems necessary to demonstrate the
impact of the grants on the economic vitality of the District.
Sec. 2014. Section 2032 of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
Limited Grant-Making Authority Act of 2012, effective September 20, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-168;
D.C. Official Code 1-328.04), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (n) is repealed.
(b) Subsection (z) is repealed.
SUBTITLE C. LOCAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM ACCOUNTS
Sec. 2021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Local Rent Supplement Program Accounts
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2022. The District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999, effective May 9,
2000 (D.C. Law 13-105; D.C. Official Code § 6-201 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 2(7B) (D.C. Official Code § 6-201(7B)) is repealed.
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(1) Paragraph (2) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the semicolon and inserting
the phrase “; and” in its place.
(B) Subparagraph (C) is repealed.
(2) Paragraph (6) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (A-i) is amended by striking the phrase “prior year as a
result of R&M Fund investments” and inserting the phrase “prior year” in its place.
(B) The lead-in language of subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the
phrase “The Authority’s planned use of money in the R&M Fund for the succeeding fiscal year,
identifying” and inserting the phrase “Identification of” in its place.
(c) Section 26a(b) (D.C. Official Code § 6-226(b)) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Except as otherwise provided in this act, the Authority shall award the funds
appropriated for the program’s sponsor-based voucher assistance.”.
(2) Paragraph (4) is amended by striking the phrase “including funds appropriated
to the Department of Human Services as described in section 26a-1(c)(5), to the extent that such
funds are transferred to the Housing Authority Rent Supplement Program Fund pursuant to
section 26a-1(c)(4)” and inserting the phrase “including funds transferred by the Department of
Human Services to the District of Columbia Housing Authority for the purposes of providing
tenant-based voucher assistance” in its place.
(d) Section 26a-1 (D.C. Official Code § 6-226.01) is repealed.
(e) Section 26b (D.C. Official Code § 6-227) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b-1) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (3) is repealed
(B) Paragraph (4)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “and shall include
the transfer by the Department of Housing and Community Development of funds to the Housing
Authority Rent Supplement Program Fund established by Section 26a-1(a)” and inserting the
phrase “and shall include any relevant terms and conditions regarding any transfer by the
Department of Housing and Community Development of funds to the District of Columbia
Housing Authority for the purposes of paying for costs of the Long-Term Subsidy Contract” in
its place.
(2) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “given funding resources
available in the Housing Authority Rent Supplement Program Fund” and inserting the phrase
“given funding resources available” in its place.
(f) Section 26d (D.C. Official Code § 6-229) is repealed.
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(A) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “the Housing
Authority Rent Supplement Program Fund” and inserting the phrase “local revenues of the
District allocated to the Housing Authority through the Housing Authority Payment Account or a
successor account (the “account”)” in its place
(B) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” and
inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(C) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” wherever it
appears and inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(D) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” wherever it
appears and inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(E) Paragraph (4) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” wherever it
appears and inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(F) Paragraph (5) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” wherever it
appears and inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(G) Paragraph (6) is amended by striking the phrase “the fund” and
inserting the phrase “the account” in its place.
(2) Subsection (f) is repealed.
(h) Section 26d-2 (D.C. Official Code § 6-229.02) is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 26d-2. Project-Based Rent Supplement Program quarterly reporting.”.
(2) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “following
information with respect to the Rent Supplement Program Project-Based Allocation Fund” and
inserting the phrase “following information” in its place.
(B) Paragraph (1) is repealed.
(C) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “The amount of
money in the fund” and inserting the phrase “The amount of money” in its place.
(D) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “The amount of
money in the fund” and inserting the phrase “The amount of money” in its place.
(E) Paragraph (5) is amended by striking the phrase “expended from the
fund during the reporting period on administrative costs” and inserting the phrase “expended by
the Department of Housing and Community Development during the reporting period on
administrative costs related to the Project-Based Rent Supplement Program” in its place.
(i) Section 26d-3 (D.C. Official Code § 6-229.03) is amended as follows:
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(2) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “Rent Supplement Program
Tenant-Based Allocation Fund report” and inserting the phrase “report on the Tenant-Based Rent
Supplement Program” in its place.
(3) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “following
information with respect to the Rent Supplement Program Tenant-Based Allocation Fund” and
inserting the phrase “following information” in its place.
(B) Paragraph (1) is repealed.
(C) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “The amount of
money in the fund” and inserting the phrase “The amount of money” in its place.
(D) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
(E) Paragraph (5) is amended by striking the phrase “expended from the
fund during the reporting period on administrative costs” and inserting the phrase “expended by
the Department of Human Services during the reporting period on administrative costs related to
the Tenant-Based Rent Supplement Program” in its place.
(j) Section 26f (D.C. Official Code § 6-231) is repealed.
Sec. 2023. Section 401(a)(2)(C) of the Rental Housing Act of 1985, effective July 17,
1985 (D.C. Law 6-10; D.C. Official Code § 42-3504.01(a)(2)(C)), is amended to read as follows:
“(C) The remainder shall be deposited into the unrestricted balance of the
General Fund of the District of Columbia.”.
SUBTITLE D. EVENTS DC EXPENDITURES
Sec. 2031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Events DC Expenditures Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2032. Title II of the Washington Convention Center Authority Act of 1994, effective
September 28, 1994 (D.C. Law 10-188; D.C. Official Code § 10-1202.01 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 203 (D.C. Official Code § 10-1202.03) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (10L) is amended by striking the period and inserting a semicolon
in its place.
(2) A new paragraph (10M) is added to read as follows:
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(b) The lead-in language of section 204(m) (D.C. Official Code § 10-1202.04(m)) is
amended by striking the phrase “2023, or 2024” and inserting the phrase “2023, 2024, or 2025”
in its place.
SUBTITLE E. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM REPORTS
Sec. 2041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Emergency Rental Assistance Program Reports
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2042. Section 8f(c-1) of the Homeless Services Reform Act of 2005, effective
March 10, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-287; D.C. Official Code § 4-753.08(c-1)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “every month” and
inserting the phrase “every quarter” in its place.
(2) Subparagraph (A)(vi) is amended by striking the semicolon and inserting the
phrase “; and” in its place.
(3) Subparagraph (B)(iii) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
period in its place.
(4) Subparagraph (C) is repealed.
(b) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
(c) Paragraph (4) is amended by striking the phrase “When the application portal for
Emergency Rental Assistance funds closes due to projected funding exhaustion” and inserting
the phrase “When funds for emergency rental assistance are exhausted for the fiscal year” in its
place.
(d) A new paragraph (5) is added to read as follows:
“(5) Within 30 days of the effective date of the Emergency Rental Assistance
Program Reports Amendment Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024 (D.C. Act 25-550; 71 DCR
9990), the Department shall transmit recommendations to the Council for amendments to this
section that:
“(A) Provide for equitable access for emergency rental assistance funds
for residents experiencing emergencies, including residents without access to technology; and
“(B) Protect the program from any potential waste, fraud, or abuse.”.
SUBTITLE F. CENTRAL WASHINGTON ACTIVATION PROGRAM
Sec. 2051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Central Washington Activation Program Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 2052. Chapter 8 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) The table of contents is amended by adding new section designations to read as
follows:
“47-870. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Definitions.
“47-870.01. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Requirements.
“47-870.02. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Rules.”.
(b) New sections 47-870, 47-870.01 and 47-870.02 are added to read as follows:
“Sec. 47-870. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Definitions.
“For purposes of §§ 47-870 through 47-870.02, the term:
“(1) “Base year” means, for each property selected for a temporary tax abatement
pursuant to § 47-870.01:
“(A) Real property tax year 2025; or
“(B) If the real property taxes imposed on the property increase between
real property tax year 2025 and the real property tax year in which the property is certified, the
real property tax year after 2025, and before the real property tax year in which the repositioning
of the property is complete, in which the real property taxes imposed on the property are greatest.
“(2) “Eligible area” means the Central Washington Area, as set forth in Volume
2 of the District of Columbia Office of Planning’s 2021 Comprehensive Plan and the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Act of 2021, effective August 21, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-20; 68
DCR 6918), plus 1,750 feet linear feet in any direction beyond the planning area boundaries.
“(3) “Repositioning” means a construction, reconstruction, alteration, or
renovation to a property with a minimum of 50,000 square feet that results in the conversion of
the property from a primarily office use to a use that is not residential or in an upgrade in the
class of the office space to class A or higher from a class below class A.
“(4) “Residential” shall have the same meaning as set forth in 11-B DCMR §
200.2(aa).
“Sec. 47-870.01. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Requirements.
“(a)(1) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, the amount of the real property tax
imposed by this chapter on a property in an eligible area shall be abated, in an amount calculated
pursuant to subsection (b) of this section, for the period for time set forth in subsection (c) of this
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“(A) The property is undergoing or planning to undergo a repositioning, as
determined by the Mayor;
“(B) The property meets any other eligibility requirements established by
the Mayor by rules or through a selection process established by the Mayor pursuant to
paragraph (2) of this subsection;
“(C) The property is selected by the Mayor through a selection process to
receive a temporary tax abatement; and
“(D) The property is certified by the Mayor to receive the temporary tax
abatement provided by this subsection.
“(2)(A) The Mayor may establish a selection process under which properties shall
apply to be selected to receive the temporary tax abatement under this subsection. The
characteristics of the selection process shall be determined by the Mayor and may include
competitive scoring, time-limited application periods, selection priority based on the date on
which a complete application is received, a prioritization for a certain type of repositioning or a
specific portion of the eligible area, a limitation based on the expected dollar amount of the tax
abatements associated with the properties selected for certification, and such other factors as the
Mayor considers appropriate.
“(B) When establishing a selection process pursuant to subparagraph (A)
of this paragraph, the Mayor shall not limit eligibility for a tax abatement to certain types of
repositioning.
“(C) Within 60 days after receiving an applicant’s submission for a
temporary tax abatement under this section, the Mayor shall:
(i) Determine whether the project meets the eligibility
requirements of this section, any rules issued by the Mayor pursuant to paragraph (1)(B) of this
subsection, and any criteria set forth in the selection process; and
“(ii) If the project is selected for a tax abatement by the Mayor,
transmit an eligibility and reservation letter to the applicant, subject to such conditions as may be
imposed by the Mayor, and subject to the abatement caps in subsection (d) of this section.
“(D) The eligibility and reservation letter shall set forth the expected base
year for the property, the actual or estimated dollar amount of the real property taxes imposed or
to be imposed on the property during the base year, the real property tax years during which the
temporary tax abatement provided under this section is expected to apply to the property, and
any conditions the project must meet for the property to receive a certification from the Mayor of
the temporary tax abatement.
“(E) After the repositioning of the property is complete and any conditions
of certification have been satisfied, the Mayor shall issue a certification letter to the property
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abatement provided under this section shall apply to the property, and any conditions imposed on
the property’s receipt of the temporary tax abatement. The Mayor shall transmit a copy of the
certification letter to the Office of Tax and Revenue.
“(F) The Mayor may cancel an eligibility and reservation letter for a
property if the property has not begun a repositioning within 3 years after the date of the Mayor’s
eligibility and reservation letter, or within such a period of time as the Mayor may set forth in the
eligibility and reservation letter.
“(G) No new properties may be selected to receive a temporary property
tax abatement after September 30, 2030.
“(H) The Mayor shall publicly post online a list of every property that is
selected for a temporary tax abatement under this section, with the expected initial dollar amount
of the temporary property tax abatement associated with the property.
“(b) For each property selected to receive a tax abatement pursuant to subsection (a) of
this section, the dollar amount of the temporary tax abatement that the Mayor has certified for a
property in a real property tax year shall be equal to the amount by which the real property tax
imposed on the property would have increased between the base year and the relevant real
property tax year absent the temporary tax abatement provided by this section.
“(c) The period of the temporary tax abatement certified by the Mayor for a property
under this section shall be 15 real property tax years. The first year of the tax abatement shall be
the real property tax year after the repositioning of the property is complete or, if requested by
the property owner, the real property tax year during which the repositioning of the property is
complete.
“(d) The total dollar amount of temporary tax abatements the Mayor may certify for a
real property tax year pursuant to this section, including amounts certified in prior years, shall
not exceed the following amounts, subject to the availability of funding:
“(1) For real property tax years 2025 and 2026, $0;
“(2) For real property tax year 2027, $5 million;
“(3) For real property tax year 2028, $6 million;
“(4) For real property tax year 2029 $8 million; and
“(5) For real property tax year 2030 and each subsequent real property tax year,
104% of the prior year’s cap.
“(e)(1) The Mayor shall certify semiannually to the Office of Tax and Revenue (“OTR”),
in a form and medium prescribed by OTR, each property or portion thereof eligible to receive a
temporary tax abatement pursuant to this section, as well as the period of time for which the
property is eligible for a temporary tax abatement under this section.
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available under subsection (d) of this section for the properties identified pursuant to paragraph
(1) of this subsection.
“(f) If the amount of tax to be abated for any half tax year for all properties certified
under subsection (e)(1) of this section exceeds the total dollar amount of temporary tax
abatements available as certified under subsection (e)(2) of this section, the available dollar
amount shall be allocated pro rata among all properties certified under subsection (e)(1) of this
section.
“Sec. 47-870.02. Central Washington activation projects— temporary tax abatement –
Rules.
“The Mayor may, pursuant to Subchapter 1 of Chapter 5 of Title 2, issue rules to
implement §§ 47-870 through 47-870.01.”.
SUBTITLE G. RETAIL RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAM
Sec. 2061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Retail Recovery Grantmaking Authority Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2062. Section 2032(hh) of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic
Development Limited Grant-Making Authority Act of 2012, effective September 20, 2012 (D.C.
Law 19-168; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.04(hh)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) The Deputy Mayor may establish a Retail Recovery Grant Program to
provide economic support to eligible businesses located in in the Downtown BID, as defined in
section 201(b) of the Business Improvement Districts Act of 1996, effective March 17, 2005
(D.C. Law 15-257; D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.51(b)), the Golden Triangle BID, as defined in
section 202(b) of the Business Improvement Districts Act of 1996, effective March 17, 2005
(D.C. Law 15-257; D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.52(b)), another business improvement district,
or any other business district or retail corridor designated by the Deputy Mayor.”.
(b) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “a retail or commercial space that has
been vacant for at least 6 months prior to the date” and inserting the phrase “a retail or
commercial space that is vacant as of the date” in its place.
SUBTITLE H. HOUSING SUBSIDY CONTRACT EXTENSIONS
Sec. 2071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Housing Subsidy Contracts Extensions Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 2072. Section 413 of the Procurement Practices Reform Act of 2010, effective April
8, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-371; D.C. Official Code § 2-354.13), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (16) is amended by striking the semicolon and inserting the phrase “; and”
in its place.
(b) Paragraph (17) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” inserting a period in its
place.
(c) Paragraph (18) is repealed.
Sec. 2073. Section 26b of the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999,
effective March 2, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-192; D.C. Official Code § 6-227), is amended to read as
follows:
(a) Subsection (b-1)(4)(A) is amended by striking the phrase “for the initial term” and
inserting the phrase “for the initial term or extension” in its place.
(b) Subsection (f)(2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) An existing Long-Term Subsidy Contract using funds awarded under this
section and approved by the Council pursuant to section 451 of the District of Columbia Home
Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat. 803; D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51), may be
extended without the need for competition, subject to section 451 of the District of Columbia
Home Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat. 803; D.C. Official Code § 1-204.51), if
the proposed contractor is the same as the contractor for the existing Long-Term Subsidy
Contract or is the existing contractor’s successor-in-interest for the affordable housing units
created or maintained under the existing Long-Term Subsidy Contract.”.
SUBTITLE I. CREATIVE AND OPEN SPACE MODERNIZATION TAX
REBATE PROGRAM
Sec. 2081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Creative and Open Space Modernization Tax Rebate
Program Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2082. Section 47-4665 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (e)(2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2)(A) The Mayor shall review the occupant’s eligibility certification
application.
“(B) If the Mayor determines that the occupant has proposed to furnish a
public benefit and that the tenant is otherwise eligible, the Mayor may certify the tenant’s
eligibility to receive a rebate pursuant to this section.”.
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“(e-1) This section does not establish a right to receive a tax rebate under this section, and
the Mayor may decline to accept or review applications for certification at any point in time.”.
SUBTITLE J. WORLDPRIDE GRANTS
Sec. 2091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “WorldPride Grants Administration Congressional
Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2092. WorldPride grants.
(a) Notwithstanding sections 1094 and 1095 of the Grant Administration Act of 2013,
effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code §§ 1-328.13, 1-328.14), the
Mayor may issue grants in Fiscal Year 2025 in support of WorldPride 2025.
(b) No fewer than 30 days prior to issuing a grant pursuant to this section, the Mayor
shall submit to the Council a plan for use of WorldPride 2025 grant funds, including:
(1) An explanation of the intended uses of grant funds and an approximate budget
broken down by each purpose;
(2) The agency or other grantor designated to manage each WorldPride grant;
(3) A description of intended grant recipients for each purpose, or specific
grantees if they are already known;
(4) An estimate of the amount of WorldPride grant funds the Mayor intends to
award on a competitive basis, if any;
(5) An estimate of the amount of grant funds expected to support special events
reimbursement costs; and
(6) A list of any grants or contracts from other District sources that are planned, or
that have been awarded or issued, in support of WorldPride 2025.
(c) Reports submitted to Council pursuant to section 1097 of the Grant Administration
Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.16), for
any grant issued pursuant to this section shall include an explanation of any deviation from the
utilization plan required by subsection (b) of this section.
SUBTITLE K. WALTER REED DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
Sec. 2101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Walter Reed Development Assistance Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2102. Section 6 of the Walter Reed Development Omnibus Act of 2016, effective
May 18, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-119; D.C. Official Code § 2-1227.05), is amended by adding a new
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“(b-1) Notwithstanding subsection (b)(2) of this section and section 1094 of the Grant
Administration Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code
§ 1-328.13), funds received from the Developer after October 1, 2023, as an installment of the
Initial Consideration Payment under the Walter Reed Land and Disposition Agreement shall be
deposited into the Fund and issued as a grant to the Developer to pay or reimburse costs it has
incurred or will incur for the purposes set forth in subsection (c)(1) of this section.”.
Sec. 2103. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE L. EVENTS DC GRANTS
Sec. 2111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Events DC Grants Congressional Review Emergency
Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2112. National Cherry Blossom Festival Grant.
(a) There is established a matching grant program to support the 2025 National Cherry
Blossom Festival (“Program”), which shall be administered by the Washington Convention and
Sports Authority (“Events DC”). Under the Program, a matching grant shall be awarded to a
nonprofit organization that organizes and produces an event or events as part of the official,
month-long National Cherry Blossom Festival (“Festival”) at a rate of $2 for every dollar that the
organization has raised in corporate donations by April 30, 2025; except, that the total matching
grant shall not exceed $1.5 million.
(b) In Fiscal Year 2025, of the funds allocated to the Non-Departmental Account, $1
million shall be transferred to Events DC to use for the grant authorized by subsection (a) of this
section.
(c) A grant awarded pursuant to this section shall be in addition to any other grant
awarded by Events DC in support of the Festival.
Sec. 2113. DC History Grant.
(a) There is established a grant program to support historical research, which shall be
administered by the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (“Events DC”). Under the
Program, a grant shall be awarded to a nonprofit organization occupying space in the Carnegie
Library building that is engaged in collecting, interpreting, and sharing the history of the District.
(b) In Fiscal Year 2025, of the funds allocated to the Non-Departmental Account,
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(c) A grant awarded pursuant to this section shall be in addition to any other grant
awarded by Events DC in support of historical education and research.
Sec. 2114. In Fiscal Year 2025, Events DC shall issue a grant of no less than $500,000
for the purpose of providing funds to a nonprofit organization that is located in the District that
provides education about how the District of Columbia has been the home for the fight for
freedom and democracy, with an emphasis on including the entire District across all 8 wards in
this history.
SUBTITLE M. HOUSING PRESERVATION FUND
Sec. 2121. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Housing Preservation Fund Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2122. Section 2032(c) of the Housing Preservation Fund Establishment Act of 2017,
effective December 13, 2017 (D.C. Law 22-33; D.C. Official Code § 1-325.351(c)), is amended
as follows:
(a) The existing text is designated as paragraph (1).
(b) A new paragraph (2) is added to read as follows:
“(2)(A) In Fiscal Year 2025, $2.5 million of the Fund shall be used to support
existing projects with outstanding Fund loans.
“(B) Recipients of funds under subparagraph (A) of this paragraph shall
not be required to provide matching funds.”.
SUBTITLE N. RELIEF FOR RIVER EAST AT GRANDVIEW CONDOMINIUM
OWNERS
Sec. 2131. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Relief for River East at Grandview Condominium
Owners Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2132. Definitions.
For the purposes of this subtitle, the term:
(a) “ADU” means affordable dwelling unit, which is a for-sale or for-rent housing unit
that is locally restricted, but not federally restricted, for occupancy to a household with an
income that falls within a certain range and that is generally produced in exchange for zoning
relief, tax incentives, public financing, the right to purchase or lease District-owned land, or
other relief, as described in Mayor's Order 2009-112, issued June 18, 2009 (56 DCR 6859).
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(c) “DHCD” means the District of Columbia Department of Housing and Community
Development.
(d) “HPAP” means Home Purchase Assistance Program.
(e) “HUD” means the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
(f) “Inclusionary Development” shall have the same meaning as provided in section
101(2) of the Inclusionary Zoning Implementation Amendment Act of 2006, effective March 14,
2007 (D.C. Law 16-275; D.C. Official Code § 6-1041.01(2)).
(g) “Inclusionary unit” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 101(3) of the
Inclusionary Zoning Implementation Amendment Act of 2006, effective March 14, 2007 (D.C.
Law 16-275; D.C. Official Code § 6-1041.01(3)).
(h) “IZ” means the Inclusionary Zoning Program.
(i) “NACA” means the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America and its
subsidiaries and affiliates, including the Neighborhood Stabilization Corporation.
(j) “OCFO” means the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.
(k) "Property” means the River East at Grandview Condominiums located at 1262
Talbert Street, SE, Washington, DC, 20020, known for tax and assessment purposes as Lots
2047 through 2092 in Square 5807, which may also be known as River East at Grandview,
Grandview Estate, Grandview Estates, Grandview Estates II, Gardenview, River East, RiverEast,
River East at Anacostia, River East at Anacostia Metro Station, River East at Grandview, and
Talbert Street.
(l) “Property Owner” means an individual who owns one of the 46 condominium units at
the Property.
Sec. 2133. DHCD grant authority.
(a) Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013
(D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), or its implementing rules under
Chapter 50 of Title 1 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (1 DCMR § 5000 et
seq.), DHCD is authorized to enter into a grant agreement with NACA to provide financial relief
for Property Owners seeking to obtain permanent housing.
(b) The grant agreement may include that NACA:
(1) Provide housing counseling services to Property Owners, including assessing
Property Owners’ permanent housing options and working with Property Owners to meet
NACA’s mortgage eligibility criteria;
(2) Provide recommendations to the Mayor about the financial need for gap
financing based on the assessments of the Property Owners;
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(5) Waive any requirements against a Property Owner having an existing
mortgage; provided, that the existing mortgage is on the Property; and
(6) Not use credit score as the deciding factor for approving a Property Owner’s
mortgage.
Sec. 2134. Additional relief.
(a) Notwithstanding Chapter 9 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code and
the District of Columbia Real Estate Deed Recordation Tax Act, approved March 2, 1962 (76
Stat. 11; D.C. Official Code § 42-1101 et seq.), or its implementing rules under Chapter 5 of
Title 9 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (9 DCMR § 500 et seq.), the OCFO
shall:
(1) Not assess any recordation taxes against a Property Owner related to the
Property Owner’s first purchase of real property following a Property Owner’s purchase of the
Property; provided, that the purchase is made by December 31, 2028; and
(2) Forgive all real property taxes, including interest, penalties, fees, and other
related charges, assessed against the Property from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2025, and
provide a refund of all real property taxes paid from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2025,
pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 47-811.02; except, that subsection (b) of that section shall not
apply.
(b)(1) Notwithstanding the Housing Production Trust Fund Act of 1989, effective March
16, 1989 (D.C. Law 7-202; D.C. Official Code § 42-2801 et seq.), the Mayor shall:
(A) Waive any requirement of section 3b of the Housing Production Trust
Fund Act of 1989, effective March 10, 2015 (D.C. Law 20-190; D.C. Official Code § 42-
2802.02), or its implementing rules under Chapter 41 of Title 10-B of the District of Columbia
Municipal Regulations (10-B DCMR § 4100 et seq.), applicable to a Property Owner; and
(B) Forgive all outstanding debt secured by a Property Owner pursuant to
a Housing Production Trust Fund loan that financed development costs of the Property.
(2) Any forgiveness of debt under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall not
include any outstanding indebtedness of River East At Anacostia, LLC or Stanton View
Development, LLC incurred in connection with the development of the Property.
(c) Notwithstanding the Home Purchase Assistance Fund Act of 1978, effective
September 12, 1978 (D.C. Law 2-103; D.C. Official Code § 42-2601 et seq.), or its
implementing rules under Chapter 25 of Title 14 of the District of Columbia Municipal
Regulations (14 DCMR § 2500 et seq.):
(1) The Mayor shall forgive the balance of any HPAP loan provided to a Property
Owner to support the purchase of a Property condominium unit;
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(3) DHCD shall waive the HPAP income requirements if the Property Owner’s
income no longer meets the affordability criteria; provided, that the Property Owner would have
qualified for HPAP on the date that DHCD certified the Property Owner to purchase a Property
condominium unit.
(d) Any debt or loans forgiven pursuant to subsections (b) and (c) of this section shall not
be considered income for tax purposes in the District.
(e) By May 15, 2024, DHCD shall provide written notice to each Property Owner that
states whether the Mayor will forgive Housing Production Trust Fund loans and Home Purchase
Assistance Program loans, and, if so, the amount of each loan that will be forgiven and the date
by when the loans will be forgiven.
(f)(1) Notwithstanding the Inclusionary Zoning Implementation Amendment Act of 2006,
effective March 14, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-275; D.C. Official Code § 6-1041.01 et seq.), or its
implementing rules under Chapter 22 of Title 14 of the District of Columbia Municipal
Regulations (14 DCMR § 2200 et seq.), or any Inclusionary Development or affordable housing
covenant, a Property Owner who meets the criteria for a compliant inclusionary unit or ADU
shall have access to an inclusionary unit or ADU set aside for non-lottery sale or rental on a first-
come, first-served basis.
(2) A Property Owner receiving access to an inclusionary unit or ADU pursuant
to paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be exempt from attending the IZ orientation and from
completing the 8-hour homebuyer class as part of the IZ program.
(3) For any Property Owner receiving access to an inclusionary unit or ADU
pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection, DHCD shall waive the household size and income
requirements for an inclusionary unit, pursuant to section 2225 of Title 14 of the District of
Columbia Municipal Regulations (14 DCMR § 2225), or ADU if the Property Owner’s income
no longer meets the affordability criteria; provided, that the Property Owner would have
qualified for an inclusionary rental or for-sale unit or an ADU on the date that DHCD certified
the Property Owner to purchase a Property condominium unit.
(g) DHCD shall prioritize Property Owners on waitlists it manages, or encourage the
owners of properties on waitlists DHCD does not manage, to give priority to Property Owners
for DHCD funded properties and other Low Income Housing Tax Credit properties; provided,
that selections shall be made pursuant to the HUD Handbook 4350.3 REV-1 Ch. 3.
(h) DHCD shall update the grant agreement executed between the CA and the District, by
and through DHCD, with an effective date of May 22, 2023, through September 30, 2023, to
provide up to $150,000 to the CA to cover operations and expenses.
(i) The Mayor shall create a program to provide Property Owners who choose to rent or
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DHCD shall provide written notice to each Property Owner of the details of the rental option
program by May 1, 2024.
(j) The Mayor shall allocate $300,000 to Property Owners for moving expenses and shall
distribute the funding in equal amounts among the Property Owners.
SUBTITLE O. FEDERAL CITY SHELTER AND CCNV REDEVELOPMENT
PLANNING
Sec. 2141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Federal City Shelter and CCNV Redevelopment
Planning Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2142. Section 2(a) of the Plan for Comprehensive Services for Homeless Individuals
at 425 2
nd
Street, N.W., Act of 2014, effective March 11, 2015 (D.C. Law 20-206; 61 DCR
12687), is amended by striking the phrase “The Mayor shall develop” and inserting the phrase
“By February 1, 2025, the Mayor shall develop and submit to the Council” in its place.
SUBTITLE P. HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE ACCESS
Sec. 2151. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Home Purchase Assistance Access Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2152. The Home Purchase Assistance Fund Act of 1978, effective September 12,
1978 (D.C. Law 2-103; D.C. Official Code § 42-2601 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) A new section 2a is added to read as follows:
“Sec. 2a. Definitions.
“For the purposes of this act, the term:
“(1) “Dashboard” means a public-facing webpage that provides consistent and
regular updates on the amount of funding left in the Program.
“(2) “DHCD” means the Department of Housing and Community Development.
“(3) “Loan-to-value ratio” means the amount of Program money offered to a
participant compared to the cost of the housing unit the qualifying applicant would like to
purchase.
“(4) “Program” means the Home Purchase Assistance Program.
“(5) “Qualifying applicant” means an applicant who has been approved to receive
financial assistance through the Program for purposes of a down payment or a mortgage rate
buydown.”.
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(1) Subsection (d) is amended by adding a new paragraph (3) to read as follows:
“(3) The Mayor shall include details about the grant program in communications
to a qualifying applicant at the time the Mayor confirms that the qualifying applicant is approved
for the Program.”.
(2) Subsection (e)(1) is amended by adding a new subparagraph (D) to read as
follows:
“(D) By September 15, 2024, DHCD shall submit to the Council a plan to
create a centralized portal for Program document collection and approval that is accessible to
Program stakeholders, including grantees, qualifying applicants and their representatives, and
sellers and their representatives.”.
(3) Subsection (g) is repealed.
(c) Section 4 (D.C. Official Code § 42-2603) is amended as follows:
(1) The existing text is designated as subsection (a).
(2) New subsections (b) and (c) are added to read as follows:
“(b)(1) DHCD shall maintain and publish a Program dashboard, which shall include, at a
minimum, the total Program funding available, excluding administrative costs, as of the date of
updating the dashboard.
“(2) DHCD shall update the dashboard every 5 business days when the level of
available Program funding is at $5 million or above and every 2 business days when the level of
available Program funding is below $5 million.
“(c) If Program funding is depleted before the end of the fiscal year in which an applicant
receives a notice of eligibility, the notice of eligibility shall remain valid through at least the end
of the following fiscal year.”.
(d) Section 5(b) (D.C. Official Code § 42-2604(b)) is amended by adding a new
paragraph (1B) to read as follows:
“(1B) The Mayor shall not use loan-to-value ratio nor the amount of a
participant’s first trust mortgage on a housing unit to decide whether a participant will receive
Program funding.”.
Sec. 2153. Section 2(4B) of the Government Employer-Assisted Housing Amendment
Act of 1999, effective May 9, 2000 (D.C. Law 13-96; D.C. Official Code § 42-2501(4B)), is
amended by striking the phrase “or emergency medical technician” both times it appears and
inserting the phrase “emergency medical technician, or 911 or 311 call-taker or dispatcher” in its
place.
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SUBTITLE Q. DC LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT
Sec. 2161. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “District of Columbia Low-Income Housing Tax Credit
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Section 2162. Chapter 48 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is
amended as follows:
(a) Section 47-4801 is amended as follows:
(1) A new paragraph (5A) is added to read as follows:
“(5A) “Eligible project” means a rental housing development in the District that
includes:
“(A) More than 5 housing units; and
“(B) Units that will be affordable to tenants at an income level no greater
than 80% of MFI.”.
(2) A new paragraph (6A) is added to read as follows:
“(6A) “MFI” means the median family income for a household in the Washington
Metropolitan Statistical Area as set forth in the periodic calculation provided by the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”), adjusted for family size,
without regard to any adjustments made by HUD for the purposes of the programs it
administers.”.
(3) Paragraph (8) is repealed.
(b) Section 47-4802 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (d) is amended to read as follows:
“(d) The Department may award District of Columbia low-income housing tax credits to
eligible projects in accordance with § 47-4803.”.
(2) A new subsection (e) is added to read as follows:
“(e) The total credits available for the Department to award are as follows:
“(1) In Fiscal Year 2025, $8,575,000;
“(2) In Fiscal Year 2026, $8,750,000;
“(3) In Fiscal Year 2027, $8,925,000;
“(4) In Fiscal Year 2028, $9,100,000; and
“(5) In each subsequent fiscal year, 105% of the total credits available for award
in the prior fiscal year.”.
(c) Section 47-4803 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a)(1) An owner of an eligible project may be awarded a District of Columbia low-
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exceed 9% of the project’s qualified basis, as determined in accordance with paragraph (3) of
this subsection.
“(2) Each District of Columbia low-income housing tax credit shall be awarded
on a competitive basis.
“(3) The qualified basis of a project shall be determined pursuant to the standards
set forth in section 42(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, approved October 22, 1986 (100
Stat. 2189; 26 U.S.C. § 42(c)).”.
(2) Subsection (b)(1) is amended to read as follows:
“(b)(1) If an owner of a project that was awarded or otherwise granted a District of
Columbia low-income housing tax credit transfers, sells, or assigns the credit to another
taxpayer, pursuant to § 47-4806, the District of Columbia low-income housing tax credit shall
not be taken, pursuant to subsection (c) of this section, against taxes imposed under this
title unless the owner has filed with the Department, in a form determined by the Department, an
affidavit certifying that the value received by the owner of the eligible project was used to ensure
financial feasibility of the eligible project.”.
(3) Subsection (d)(2) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “An owner of a qualified project” and insert the
phrase “An owner” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “The owner of the qualified project” and insert the
phrase “The owner” in its place.
(4) Subsection (f)(1) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “qualified project” and insert the phrase “eligible
project” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “qualified District of Columbia project” and insert
the phrase “eligible project” in its place.
(d) Section 47-4804 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “The owner of a qualified project eligible for the”
and insert the phrase “An owner of a project that claims a” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “eligibility statement” both times it appears and
insert the word “statement” in its place.
(C) Strike the phrase “with respect to the qualified project” and insert the
phrase “with respect to the project” in its place.
(D) Strike the phrase “with respect to such qualified project” and insert the
phrase “with respect to the project” in its place.
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“(2) This subsection shall apply to District of Columbia low-income housing tax
credits awarded before October 1, 2025.”.
(3) A new subsection (c) is added to read as follows:
“(c)(1) If a project that claims a District of Columbia low-income tax credit, or the owner
of such a project, is found to be non-compliant pursuant to § 47-4807, the Department may
recapture credits held by the project or owner or impose a fine on the owner.
“(2) This subsection shall apply to District of Columbia low-income housing tax
credits awarded on or after October 1, 2025.”.
(e) Section 47-4806(a) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “qualified project” and
inserting the word “project” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “qualified project” both times
it appears and inserting the word “project” in its place.
(f) Section 47-4808 is amended by striking the phrase “a qualified District of Columbia
project” and inserting the phrase “a project” in its place.
(g) Section 47-4810 is amended by striking the phrase “qualified project” and inserting
the word “project” in its place.
SUBTITLE R. LRSP VOUCHER PRIORITIZATION
Sec. 2171.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Local Rent Supplement Voucher Prioritization
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2172. (a) In Fiscal Year 2025, the District of Columbia Housing Authority
(“Housing Authority”) shall allocate 126 tenant-based rent supplement program vouchers, issued
pursuant to section 26c of the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999, effective
March 2, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-192; D.C. Official Code § 6-228), to families who have been exited
from the Rapid Re-Housing program in Fiscal Year 2024.
(b) The Housing Authority shall give priority under subsection (a) of this section to those
families who were participating in the Rapid Re-Housing program the longest.
SUBTITLE S. CHINATOWN LONG -TERM LEASE INCENTIVES
Sec. 2181. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as “Chinatown Long-Term Lease Incentive Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 2182. Section 2032 of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
Limited Grant-Making Authority Act of 2012, effective September 20, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-168;
D.C. Official Code § 1-328.04), is amended by adding a subsection (ii) to read as follows:
“(ii)(1)(A) Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the
Deputy Mayor shall establish a Chinatown Long-Term Lease Grant program to award grants
through a competitive process to eligible businesses or eligible commercial property owners in
the Chinatown neighborhood, in accordance with this subsection.
(B) An eligible business shall:
“(i) Be registered as an entity in the District;
“(ii) Be in good standing with the Department of Licensing and
Consumer Protection (“DLCP”), the Office of Tax and Revenue (“OTR”), the Department of
Employment Services, and the United States Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”);
“(iii) If the applicant is a for-profit entity, be registered as, or be
eligible to be registered as, a certified business enterprise;
“(iv) Have fewer than 30 full-time employees;
“(v) Sign or intend to sign a long-term lease of a commercial
property in the Chinatown neighborhood; and
“(vi) Offer retail, educational programs, entertainment, food, or
other services or activities that maintain and enhance the cultural heritage of the Chinatown
neighborhood.
“(C) An eligible commercial property owner shall:
“(i) Own a commercial property in the Chinatown neighborhood;
“(ii) Sign or intend to sign a long-term lease with an eligible
business for the commercial property in the Chinatown neighborhood;
“(iii) Be in good standing with the DLCP, OTR, and IRS; and
“(iv) Not be a beneficial owner of the eligible business that is or
will be occupying the commercial property in the Chinatown neighborhood.
“(D) A business or commercial property owner seeking a grant under this
subsection shall submit to the Deputy Mayor an application, in a form prescribed by the Deputy
Mayor, which shall include:
“(i) A signed current long-term lease or evidence of the intent to
sign a long-term lease; and
“(ii) Any additional information requested by the Deputy Mayor.
“(E)(i) An eligible business awarded a grant pursuant to this subsection
shall use the grant funds for rent payment or tenant improvements.
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tenant improvement allowance, to the eligible business in an amount equal in value to or greater
than the amount of the grant and shall submit evidence to the Deputy Mayor demonstrating
compliance with this subparagraph.
“(F) To receive the annual grant funds disbursement, a business or
commercial property owner awarded a grant pursuant to this subsection shall annually submit to
the Deputy Mayor proof of continued participation in the long-term lease and other
documentation as required by the Deputy Mayor.
“(G) If an eligible business awarded a grant pursuant to this subsection
ends its lease early, and a likewise eligible business assumes the same lease, the new lessee may
apply to the Deputy Mayor through a noncompetitive process for a grant up to the amount of the
remaining funds which the original grantee was awarded.
“(H) If an eligible property owner awarded a grant pursuant to this
subsection transfers the property to a likewise eligible property owner, and the likewise eligible
property owner assumes the same long-term lease, the new property owner may apply to the
Deputy Mayor through a noncompetitive process for a grant up to the amount of the remaining
funds which the original grantee was awarded.
“(2)(A) The Deputy Mayor shall award at least $125,000 in grant funds per year
for the Chinatown Long-Term Lease Grant Program.
“(B) The Deputy Mayor shall award the grant funds to a recipient
annually, upon receiving proof of continued participation in the lease, for up to 5 years.
“(3) The Deputy Mayor may award one or more grants to a third-party grant-
managing entity for the purpose of administering the program pursuant to this subsection and
making subgrants on behalf of the Deputy Mayor in accordance with the requirements of this
subsection or regulations issued pursuant to this subsection.
“(4) The Deputy Mayor, pursuant to Title I of the District of Columbia
Administrative Procedure Act, approved October 21, 1968 (82 Stat. 1204; D.C. Official Code §
2-501 et seq.), may issue rules to implement the provisions of this subsection.
“(5)(A) The Deputy Mayor and any third-party entity chosen pursuant to
paragraph (3) of this subsection shall maintain a list of all grants awarded pursuant to this
subsection, identifying for each award the grant recipient, the name and address of the eligible
business or property owner, the date of the award, intended use of the award, and the award
amount.
“(B) The list required by subparagraph (A) of this paragraph shall be
published in the D.C. Register every 6 months.
“(C) The Deputy Mayor and any third-party entity chosen pursuant to
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award as a percentage of the total lease cost, and the length of time that eligible businesses or
property owners awarded grant funds pursuant to this subsection remain in their leases.
“(6) For the purposes of this subsection, the term:
“(A) “Certified business enterprise” means a business enterprise or joint
venture certified pursuant to the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and
Assistance Act of 2005, effective October 20, 2005 (D.C. Law 16-33; D.C. Official Code § 2-
218.01 et seq.).
“(B) “Chinatown neighborhood” means the parcels, squares, and lots
within and along the boundary of the following area: Beginning at the intersection of I Street,
NW, and Massachusetts Avenue, NW; continuing southeast along Massachusetts Avenue, NW,
to 4th Street, NW; continuing south along 4th Street, NW, to H Street, NW; continuing west
along H Street, NW, to 5th Street, NW; continuing south along 5th Street, NW, to E Street, NW;
continuing west along E Street, NW, to 10th Street, NW; continuing north along 10th Street,
NW, to H Street, NW; continuing east along H Street, NW, to 9th Street, NW; continuing north
along 9th Street, NW, to I Street, NW; continuing east along I Street, NW, to the intersection
with Massachusetts Avenue, NW.
“(C) “Entity” shall have the same meaning as provided in D.C. Official
Code § 29-101.02(10).
“(D) “Long-term lease” means a fixed-term rental agreement with a lease
period of no fewer than 5 years, exclusive of options.”.
SUBTITLE T. NATIONAL THEATRE ACQUISITION
Sec. 2191. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “National Theatre Acquisition Congressional Review
Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2192. (a) The Mayor is authorized to acquire the National Theatre in Square 254,
Lot 842 for market value at a cost not to exceed $5.3 million dollars inclusive of the purchase
price and closing costs.
(b) Subsequent to the acquisition described in subsection (a) of this section,
notwithstanding An Act Authorizing the sale of certain real estate in the District of Columbia no
longer required for public purposes, approved August 5, 1939 (53 Stat. 1211; D.C. Official Code
§ 10-801 et seq.), or other provision of law, the Council authorizes the Mayor to enter into a 99-
year lease of the National Theatre to the National Theatre Foundation.
(c) The Council authorizes a development and finance agreement to be entered into
between the Mayor and the National Theatre Foundation that provides for payments by the
District to the National Theatre Foundation for the rehabilitation of the National Theatre.
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SUBTITLE U. DMPED GRANTS
Sec. 2201. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic
Development Grants Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 2202. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, DMPED
shall issue:
(1) A grant of $100,000 to the CityDance Ensemble, Inc., d/b/a/ VIVA School to
support its operating costs; and
(2) A grant of $300,000.00 to the Festival Center at 1640 Columbia Road, NW, to
provide assistance for building renovation loans.
TITLE III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE
SUBTITLE A. HOUSING FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FUND
CLARIFICATION
Sec. 3001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Clarification and Expansion of Shelter and Transitional
Housing for Victims of Domestic Violence Fund Congressional Review Emergency Amendment
Act of 2024”.
Sec. 3002. Section 3013 of the Crime Victims Assistance Fund and Shelter and
Transitional Housing for Victims of Domestic Violence Fund Amendment Act of 2007, effective
September 18, 2007 (D.C. Law 17-20; D.C. Official Code § 4-521), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (a)(2)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “Monthly rent, utilities, and
building maintenance” and inserting the phrase “Monthly rent, mortgage payments, debt relief,
utilities, and building maintenance” in its place.
(b) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “in emergency shelters and
transitional housing to reimburse them for their operating expenses” and inserting the phrase “in
the full housing continuum, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, affordable
housing, and permanent supportive housing units to reimburse them for their operating
expenses” in its place.
SUBTITLE B. CRIMINAL CODE REFORM COMMISSION
Sec. 3011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Criminal Code Reform Commission Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 3012. The Criminal Code Reform Commission Establishment Act of 2016, effective
October 8, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-160; D.C. Official Code § 3-151 et seq.) is amended to read as
follows:
(a) Section 3122(a) (D.C. Official Code § 3-151(a)) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) There is established for the District of Columbia the Criminal Code Reform
Commission (“Commission”), which shall be an independent office responsible to the Council.”.
(b) Section 3125(c) (D.C. Official Code § 3-154(c)) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) Beginning November 15, 2024, and annually thereafter, the Commission shall file a
report with the Council detailing its activities during the previous fiscal year and its preliminary
work plan for the new fiscal year.”.
SUBTITLE C. DEPUTY MAYOR FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE
GRANT-MAKING AUTHORITY
Sec. 3021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Nonprofit Security Grants Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 3022. Section 3023 of the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice
Establishment Act of 2011, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; D.C. Official Code §
1-301.192), is amended by adding a new subsection (d) to read as follows:
“(d)(1) The Deputy Mayor shall have grant-making authority for the purpose of providing
nonprofit organizations with competitive grants to increase security through both hiring security
personnel and utilizing additional security measures.
“(2) To be eligible for a grant, a nonprofit organization shall demonstrate that it is
specifically at high risk of terrorist attack or other extremist attacks through reliable risk-
assessment methods that measure threats, vulnerabilities, and potential consequences of an
attack, as determined by the Deputy Mayor.
“(3) An organization seeking a grant under this subsection shall submit to the
Deputy Mayor an application, in a form prescribed by the Deputy Mayor, which shall include:
“(A) A description of the specific threats, vulnerabilities, and potential
consequences of an attack on the nonprofit organization;
“(B) A plan describing how the applicant proposes to spend the grant
funds to improve its safety and prevent potential attacks;
“(C) A Clean Hands certification;
“(D) Documentation proving that the applicant is an eligible 501(c)(3)
organization; and
“(E) Any additional information requested by the Deputy Mayor.
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“(A) Salary and fringe benefits for security personnel;
“(B) Equipment, training, training materials, uniforms, first aid and other
medical materials and equipment, and other materials and equipment for purposes of providing
for the safety and security of the nonprofit organization; and
“(C) Other security devices, systems, or additional costs associated with
target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities.
“(5) Grant funds shall not be used to directly engage in inherently religious
activities, such as proselytizing, scripture study, or worship.”.
SUBTITLE D. FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE TRAINING
Sec. 3031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Flexible Workplace Training Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 3032. Section 206a(b)(3) of the Office of Human Rights Establishment Act of 1999,
effective December 13, 2018 (D.C. Law 22-196; D.C. Official Code § 2-1411.05a(b)(3)), is
amended by striking the phrase “in-person training” and inserting the phrase “training in person
or online” in its place.
SUBTITLE E. COORDINATED INTAKE AND REFERRALS
Sec. 3041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Coordinated Intake and Referral Client Privilege
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 3042. The Access to Justice Initiative Establishment Act of 2010, effective
September 24, 2010 (D.C. Law 18-223; D.C. Official Code § 4-1701.01 et. seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 101 (D.C. Official Code § 4–1701.01) is amended by adding a new paragraph
(4A) to read as follows:
“(4A) “Association or society of attorneys or counsellors at law” means any such
organization, whether incorporated or unincorporated, which offers professional referrals as an
incidental service in the normal course of business, but which business does not include the
providing of legal services.”.
(b) Title II is amended by adding a new part D to read as follows:
“PART D.
“Sec. 501. Client Privilege for Coordinated Intake and Referral.
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referring any person or persons to a member of the profession for the purpose of obtaining legal
services; provided, that such referral is made without charge and as a public service by said
association or society, without malice, and in the reasonable belief that such referral was
warranted, based upon the facts disclosed.
“(b) The communications between a member or authorized agent of an association or
society of attorneys or counsellors at law and any person, persons, or entity communicating with
such member or authorized agent for the purpose of seeking or obtaining a professional referral
shall be deemed to be privileged on the same basis as the privilege provided by law for
communications between attorney and client. Such privilege may be waived only by the person,
persons, or entity who has furnished information to the association or society, its members, or
authorized agents.
“(c) Nothing in this section shall limit, waive, or abrogate the scope or nature of any
statutory or common-law privilege, including work product, the attorney-client privilege, or the
subsequent remedial measures exclusion.”.
SUBTITLE F. SAFE PASSAGE PRIORITY AREAS
Sec. 3051 Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Data-Based Deployment of Safe Passage Blocks
Resources Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 3052. Section 3023(a) of the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and
Justice Establishment Act of 2011, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; D.C. Official
Code § 1-301.192(a)), is amended as follows:
(a) The existing text is designated as paragraph (1)
(b) New paragraphs (2) and (3) are added to read as follows:
“(2) For the 2025-2026 school year and each subsequent year, the Deputy Mayor
shall establish Safe Passage Safe Blocks priority areas by considering violent crime occurring
within 500 meters around school campuses and metro stations or transit hubs, for violent
incidents committed against students, during the 365 days preceding the selection of a priority
area; the number of unusual incidents reported by Safe Passage grantees during the school year
for existing program priority areas; and feedback from stakeholders. Beginning May 1, 2025, and
by May 1 of each year thereafter, the Deputy Mayor shall report to the Council the priority areas
that have been selected or eliminated for the upcoming school year and the data and feedback
from stakeholders that was used to make that determination.
“(3) An organization receiving a grant pursuant to this subsection shall submit a
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“(A) An evaluation of the success of its Safe Passage Safe Blocks
program, including a detailed description of the program activities;
“(B) A description of any training or support provided to program staff;
“(C) A summary of the total number of unusual incidents reported by the
grantee for each school year to the Safe Passage Safe Blocks program;
“(D) A summary of efforts to coordinate with participating schools,
community organizations, and other stakeholders; and
“(E) Any other data or information as required by the Deputy Mayor.”.
TITLE IV. PUBLIC EDUCATION SYSTEM
SUBTITLE A. UNIFORM PER STUDENT FUNDING FORMULA
Sec. 4001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Funding for Public Schools and Public Charter Schools
Increases Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4002. The Uniform Per Student Funding Formula for Public Schools and Public
Charter Schools Act of 1998, effective March 26, 1999 (D.C. Law 12-207; D.C. Official Code §
38-2901 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 102(4) (D.C. Official Code § 38-2901(4)) is amended to read as follows:
“(4) “DCPS” means the District of Columbia Public Schools system. The term
does not include Public Charter Schools.
(b) Section 103 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2902) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b)(1) is repealed.
(2) Subsection (b-1) is amended by striking the number “2025” and inserting the
number “2029” in its place.
(c) Section 104(a) (D.C. Official Code § 38-2903(a)) is amended by striking the phrase
“$13,046 per student for Fiscal Year 2024” and inserting the phrase “$14,668 per student for
Fiscal Year 2025” in its place.
(d) Section 105 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2904) is amended by striking the tabular array
and inserting the following tabular array in its place:
“Grade Level Weighting Per Pupil
Allocation in FY
2025
“Pre-Kindergarten 3 1.34 $19,655
“Pre-Kindergarten 4 1.30 $19,068
“Kindergarten 1.30 $19,068
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“Grades 6-8 1.08 $15,841
“Grades 9-12 1.22 $17,895
“Alternative program 1.58 $23,175
“Special education school 1.17 $17,162
“Adult 1.00 $14,668
”.
(e) Section 106 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2905) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the semicolon and inserting the
phrase “; and” in its place.
(B) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
period in its place.
(C) Paragraph (4) is repealed.
(2) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) The supplemental allocations shall be calculated by applying weightings to the
foundation level as follows:
“Special education add-ons:
“Level/
Program
Definition Weighting Per Pupil
Allocation in
FY 2025
“Level 1:
Special
Education
Eight hours or less per school week of
specialized services 0.97 $14,228
“Level 2:
Special
Education
More than 8 hours and less than or equal to
16 hours per school week of specialized
services
1.20 $17,602
“Level 3:
Special
Education
More than 16 hours and less than or equal to
24 hours per school week of specialized
services
1.97 $28,896
“Level 4:
Special
Education
More than 24 hours per school week of
specialized services which may include
instruction in a self-contained (dedicated)
special education school other than
residential placement
3.49 $51,191
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Education
Compliance
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student basis for special education
compliance
“Attorneys’
Fees
Supplement
Weighting provided in addition to special
education level add-on weightings on a per-
student basis for attorney’s fees
0.089 $1,305
“Residential District of Columbia Public Schools school
or public charter school that provides
students with room and board in a residential
setting, in addition to their instructional
program
1.67 $24,496
“General education add-ons:
“Level/
Program
Definition Weighting Per Pupil
Supplemental
Allocation
FY 2025
“Elementary
ELL
Additional funding for English language
learners in grades PK3-5
0.50 $7,334
“Secondary
ELL
Additional funding for English language
learners in grades 6-12, alternative students,
adult students, and students in special
education schools
0.75 $11,001
“At-risk Additional funding for students in foster care,
who are homeless, on TANF or SNAP, or
behind grade level in high school
0.30 $4,400
“At-risk High
School Over-
Age
Supplement
Weighting provided in addition to at-risk
weight for students who are behind grade
level in high school
0.06 $880
“At-risk >
40%
Concentration
Supplement
Weighting provided in addition to at-risk
weight for the percentage of at-risk students
above 40% enrolled in a school where at
least 40% of the student population is at-risk
0.07 $1,027
“At-risk >
70%
Concentration
Supplement
Weighting provided in addition to at-risk
weight for the percentage of at-risk students
above 70% where at least 70% of the student
population is at-risk
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“Residential add-ons:
“Level/
Program
Definition Weighting Per Pupil
Allocation
in FY 2025
“Level 1:
Special
Education -
Residential
Additional funding to support the after-hours
Level 1 special education needs of students
living in a DCPS school or public charter
school that provides students with room and
board in a residential setting
0.37 $5,427
“Level 2:
Special
Education -
Residential
Additional funding to support the after-hours
Level 2 special education needs of students
living in a DCPS school or public charter
school that provides students with room and
board in a residential setting
1.34 $19,655
“Level 3:
Special
Education -
Residential
Additional funding to support the after-hours
Level 3 special education needs of students
living in a DCPS school or public charter
school that provides students with room and
board in a residential setting
2.89 $42,391
“Level 4:
Special
Education -
Residential
Additional funding to support the after-hours
Level 4 special education needs of limited and
non- English proficient students living in a
DCPS school or public charter school that
provides students with room and board in a
residential setting
2.89 $42,391
“LEP/NEP -
Residential
Additional funding to support the after-hours
limited and non-English proficiency needs of
students living in a DCPS school or public
charter school that provides students with room
and board in a residential setting
0.668 $9,798
“Special education add-ons for students with extended school year (“ESY”) indicated in
their individualized education Programs (“IEPs”):
“Level/
Program
Definition Weighting Per Pupil
Allocation in
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“Special
Education
Level 1 ESY
Additional funding to support the summer
school or program need for special education
Level 1 students who require ESY services in
their IEPs
0.063 $924
“Special
Education
Level 2 ESY
Additional funding to support the summer
school or program need for special education
Level 2 students who require ESY services in
their IEPs
0.227 $3,330
“Special
Education
Level 3 ESY
Additional funding to support the summer
school or program need for special education
Level 3 students who require ESY services in
their IEPs
0.491 $7,202
“Special
Education
Level 4 ESY
Additional funding to support the summer
school or program need for special education
Level 4 students who require ESY services in
their IEPs
0.491 $7,202
”.
(3) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “The above” and inserting
the phrase “Except as otherwise provided in this act, the above” in its place.
(4) Subsection (g) is repealed.
(f) Section 115 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2913) is amended by striking the phrase “Fiscal
Year 2024” and inserting the phrase “Fiscal Year 2029” in its place.
SUBTITLE B. HEALTHY SCHOOLS FUND
Sec. 4011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Healthy Schools Fund Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4012. The Healthy Schools Act of 2010, effective July 27, 2010 (D.C. Law 18-209;
D.C. Official Code § 38-821.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 101(1G) (D.C. Official Code § 38-821.01(1G)) is repealed.
(b) Section 102 (D.C. Official Code § 38-821.02) is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 102. Healthy school meal subsidies and healthy school grants.”.
(2) Subsections (a) and (b) are repealed.
(3) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended to read as follows:
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(B) Paragraph (7) is amended by striking the phrase “subject to the
availability of funds in the Fund” and inserting the phrase “subject to the availability of funds” in
its place.
(C) Paragraph (8) is repealed.
(D) Paragraph (9) is amended by striking the phrase “subject to the
availability of funds in the Fund” and inserting the phrase “subject to the availability of funds” in
its place.
(4) Subsection (f) is repealed.
(5) Subsection (g) is repealed.
SUBTITLE C. DCPS SCHOOL REPROGRAMMING
Sec. 4021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “DCPS School Reprogramming Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4022. Section 4012(a) of the DCPS Contracting and Spending Flexibility
Amendment Act of 2016, effective October 8, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-160; D.C. Official Code § 38-
2955(a)), is amended by striking the figure “$25,000” and inserting the figure “$100,000” in its
place.
SUBTITLE D. DC PUBLIC LIBRARY LEASING AUTHORITY
Sec. 4031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “DC Public Library Leasing Authority Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4032. Section 5(a)(16) of An Act To establish and provide for the maintenance of a
free public library and reading room in the District of Columbia, approved June 3, 1896 (29 Stat.
244; D.C. Official Code § 39-105(a)(16)), is amended as follows:
(a) Subparagraph (A) is amended to read as follows:
“(A) Acquire real property by lease for use by the library;”.
(b) Subparagraph (C) is amended to read as follows:
“(C) Consistent with the requirements of section 1 of An Act Authorizing
the sale of certain real estate in the District of Columbia no longer required for public purposes,
approved August 5, 1939 (53 Stat. 1211; D.C. Official Code § 10-801), negotiate and execute
lease agreements providing for the use of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library and
neighborhood branch libraries; and”.
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SUBTITLE E. LIBRARY LOCATION AUTHORITY
Sec. 4041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Library Location Authority Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4042. The Ward 4 Libraries Act of 2023, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-
50; 70 DCR 10366), is repealed.
SUBTITLE F. GROW YOUR OWN PROGRAM
Sec. 4051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Grow Your Own Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4052. Section 4195(a) of the Teacher Preparation Act of 2021, effective November
13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code § 38-2254(a)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “OSSE shall” and inserting the phrase
“OSSE may” in its place.
(b) Paragraph (2) is amended as follows:
(1) Strike the phrase “No later than April 30, 2022, and annually thereafter,
subject to the availability of funds, OSSE shall award at least 2 grants totaling not less than
$550,000 per year” and insert the phrase “OSSE may award grants” in its place.
(2) Strike the phrase “At least one grant” and insert the phrase “If more than one
grant is issued in a fiscal year, at least one grant” in its place.
SUBTITLE G. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING PILOT
Sec. 4061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Flexible Schedule Pilot Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4062. Section 7k(a) of the State Education Office Establishment Act of 2000,
effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; D.C. Official Code § 38-2617(a)), is amended by
striking the phrase “In School Years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025” and inserting the phrase “In
School Year 2023-2024” in its place.
Sec. 4063. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 1, 2024.
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SUBTITLE H. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 4071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4072. Section 1152(b)(2)(A) of the Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund Act
of 2016, effective October 8, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-160; D.C. Official Code § 32-551.01(b)(2)(A)),
is amended to read as follows:
“(A) For the purposes described in section 1153(c)(1), no more than the
following amounts:
“(i) In Fiscal Year 2024, no more than the greater of 15% of the
money estimated to be deposited in the Fund or $24.05 million;
“(ii) In Fiscal Year 2025, no more than the greater of 15% of the
money estimated to be deposited in the Fund or $26.96 million;
“(iii) In Fiscal Year 2026, no more than the greater of 15% of the
money estimated to be deposited in the Fund or $27.47 million;
“(iv) In Fiscal Year 2027, no more than the greater of 15% of the
money estimated to be deposited in the Fund or $27.98 million;
“(v) In Fiscal Year 2028 no more than the greater of 15% of the
money estimated to be deposited in the Fund or $28.53 million; and
“(vi) In Fiscal Year 2029 and each subsequent fiscal year, no more
than 15% of the money estimated to be deposited in the Fund;”.
Sec. 4073. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 1, 2024.
SUBTITLE I. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR PAY EQUITY
Sec. 4081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4082. Section 5102 of the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund Establishment
Act of 2021, effective November 13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code § 1-325.431), is
amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (4) is amended to read as follows:
“(4) In Fiscal Year 2025, and annually thereafter, $70,000,000 in local funds;
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(2) Paragraph (5) is repealed.
(b) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “ECE salary scale established
and updated pursuant to section 11b(b) of the Day Care Policy Act of 1979, effective October 30,
2018 (D.C. Law 22-179; D.C. Official Code § 4-410.02(b))” and inserting the phrase “Early
Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program established pursuant to section 3(b) of the Day Care
Policy Act of 1979, effective September 19, 1979 (D.C. Law 3-16; D.C. Official Code § 4-
402(b))” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (1A) is repealed.
(3) Paragraph (1B) is amended to read as follows:
“(1B) Subject to appropriations, reduce health insurance premiums paid by child
development facilities, or employees of child development facilities eligible to receive the
minimum salaries listed in section 11b(b) of the Day Care Policy Act of 1979, effective October
30, 2018 (D.C. Law 22-179; D.C. Official Code § 4-410.02(b)), pursuant to an agreement with
the DC Health Benefit Exchange.
(4) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2)(A) Pay OSSE administrative costs related to implementing the Early
Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program established pursuant to section 3(b) of the Day Care
Policy Act of 1979, effective September 19, 1979 (D.C. Law 3-16; D.C. Official Code § 4-
402(b)), which may include:
“(i) Personnel and associated non-personnel costs;
“(ii) Grantee or contractor costs related to distributing Fund
monies; and
“(iii) Costs related to providing technical assistance to child
development facilities.
“(B) Administrative costs authorized to be paid pursuant to subparagraph
(A) of this paragraph shall not exceed 5% of the annual amount deposited in the Fund.”.
(c) The lead-in language of subsection (d-1) is amended by striking the phrase “in Fiscal
Years 2022 and 2023 from the early educator pay parity program established pursuant to
subsection (c)(1A) of this section” and inserting the phrase “from the Fund” in its place.
(d) Subsection (e) is amended to read as follows:
“(e) For the purposes of this section, the term “child development facility” shall have the
same meaning as provided in section 2(2B) of the Day Care Policy Act of 1979, effective
September 19, 1979 (D.C. Law 3-16; D.C. Official Code § 4-401(2B)).”.
(e) Subsection (f) is repealed.
Sec. 4083. The Day Care Policy Act of 1979, effective September 19, 1979 (D.C. Law 3-
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(a) Section 2 (D.C. Official Code § 4-401) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1A) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase ““Associate’s”” and insert the phrase ““Associate””
in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “associate’s degree” and insert the phrase “associate
degree” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (3) is amended to read as follows:
“(3) The term “child development home” means a private residence that provides
a child development program for up to a total of 6 children and is licensed by the Department
pursuant to Chapter 1 of Title 5-A of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (5-A
DCMR § 100.1 et seq.).”.
(3) A new paragraph (4A-i) is added to read as follows:
“(4A-i) The term “Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program” means the
program the Department establishes pursuant to section 3(b) to expend funds from the Early
Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund.”.
(4) Paragraph (4C) is amended by striking the phrase “section 11b(b)” and
inserting the phrase “section 11b(b)-(c)” in its place.
(5) A new paragraph (4C-i) is added to read as follows:
“(4C-i) The term “expanded child development home” means a private residence
that provides a child development program for up to a total of 12 children and is licensed by the
Department pursuant to Chapter 1 of Title 5-A of the District of Columbia Municipal
Regulations (5-A DCMR § 100.1 et seq.).”.
(b) Section 3 (D.C. Official Code § 4-402) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended to read as follows:
“(b) The Department is further authorized to establish an Early Childhood Educator Pay
Equity Program (“program”) for the purpose of providing supplemental payments to child
development facilities licensed pursuant to section 5 of the Child Development Facilities
Regulation Act of 1998, effective April 13, 1999 (D.C. Law 12-215; D.C. Official Code § 7-
2034), from the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund, to implement the ECE salary scale.
To implement the program the Department shall:”.
(B) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Establish and periodically update the CDF payroll formula described in
subsection (c) of this section;”.
(C) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) Provide guidance to child development facilities on how to equitably
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(2) Redesignate existing subsection (b-1) as subsection (d).
(3) A new subsection (b-1) is added to read as follows:
“(b-1) To implement the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program, the Department
is also authorized to:
“(1)(A) Provide direct, lump-sum payments to eligible employees of child
development facilities through the District Integrated Financial System, a similar financial
system, or a third-party provider; and
“(B) Notwithstanding section 1094 of the Grant Administration Act of
2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.13), enter into
a sole-source grant agreement for the purpose of providing direct, lump-sum payments to
employees of early childhood development facilities; and
“(2) Issue rules pursuant to Title I of the District of Columbia Administrative
Procedure Act, approved October 21, 1968 (82 Stat. 1204; D.C. Official Code § 2-501 et seq.).”.
(4) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c)(1) The Department shall use the CDF payroll formula to issue payments from the
Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund to licensed child development facilities that enter
into contracts or agreements with the Department to implement the minimum salaries specified
in the ECE salary scale.
“(2) The CDF payroll formula shall:
“(A) Incorporate the estimated cost for child development facilities to
implement the minimum salaries required in the ECE salary scale;
“(B) Account for the cost modeling analysis conducted pursuant to section
11a(b); and
“(C) Account for valid and reliable indicators of child, family, or
community economic disadvantage and resources, in order to direct increased funding to child
development facilities serving families and communities with fewer economic resources.
“(3) By March 1, 2023, the Department shall publish the first CDF payroll
formula, which shall be based on the recommendations in the Final Report of the Early
Childhood Educator Equitable Compensation Task Force, introduced March 23, 2022 (RC24-
154). The publication shall include:
“(A) The estimated total cost of payments to be made to child
development facilities in Fiscal Year 2024;
“(B) An explanation of the methodology used to develop the CDF payroll
formula; and
“(C) The information required to be reported pursuant to section 11a(c).”.
(c) Section 11b (D.C. Official Code § 4-410.02) is amended as follows:
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“(2) Subject to available appropriations, the child care subsidy rates shall be
sufficient to provide a child development facility with funding to operate based on the cost
modeling analysis conducted pursuant to section 11a(b).”.
(2) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “Beginning in
Fiscal Year 2024” and inserting the phrase “From October 1, 2024, through December 1, 2024”
in its place.
(B) The first tabular array is amended to read as follows:
“
Table 1: Assistant Teacher Minimum Salaries
Credential Level Minimum salary
CDA or equivalent $51,006/year
Associate degree or higher or 60 hours of
college-level coursework in any field
$54,262/year
”.
(C) The second tabular array is amended to read as follows:
“
Table 2: Lead Teacher Minimum Salaries
Credential Level Minimum salary
CDA or equivalent $54,262/year
Associate in ECE; associate with greater than
or equal to 12 credit hours in ECE; or 60
college credit hours with greater than or equal
to 12 credit hours in ECE
$63,838/year
Bachelor’s or higher in ECE or Bachelor’s
with greater than or equal to 12 credit hours in
ECE
$63,838/year
”.
(3) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(i) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “. The
proposed updates shall incorporate the following principles:” and inserting a period in its place.
(ii) Subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), and (F) are repealed.
(B) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “. If the Department's
recommended updates to Tables 1 and 2 in subsection (b) of this section deviate from the
principles set forth in paragraph (1) of this subsection, it shall provide an explanation for the
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(4) Subsection (d)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “within 5 business days
after the decision to make such reductions is made” and inserting the phrase “at least 10 business
days before the Department notifies child development facilities of such reductions” in its place.
Sec. 4084. Section 1103 of the Early Childhood Educator Equitable Compensation Task
Force Act of 2021, effective November 13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code § 38-
2242), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(1) The existing text is designated as paragraph (1).
(2) A new paragraph (2) is added to read as follows:
“(2) Following the submission of the report required pursuant to subsection (c)(3)
of this section, the Task Force shall reconvene every 4th calendar year, or as deemed necessary
by the Chairman.”.
(b) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2)(C)(iii) is amended by striking the period and inserting the
phrase “; and” in its place.
(3) A new paragraph (3) is added to read as follows:
“(3) Following the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and financial plan,
submit a report to the Mayor and Council by September 30, 2024, that:
“(A) Recommends changes to the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity
Program established pursuant to section 3(b) of the Day Care Policy Act of 1979, effective
September 19, 1979 (D.C. Law 3-16; D.C. Official Code § 4-402(b)), including
recommendations for limiting fiscal pressures on the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity
Program through Fiscal Year 2028;
“(B) Proposes a new compensation scale for employees of early childhood
development providers that takes into account the compensation and benefits of individuals
employed by the District of Columbia Public Schools and District public charter schools who
teach pre-kindergarten and kindergarten; and
“(C) Provides additional recommendations for the allocation of monies
available in the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund.”.
Sec. 4085. Applicability.
Section 4084 shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
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SUBTITLE J. POVERTY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Sec. 4091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Commission on Poverty Administrative Support
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4092. Section 105 of the Commission on Poverty Establishment Amendment Act of
2020, effective March 16, 2021 (D.C. Law 23-184; D.C. Official Code 3-641.05), is amended to
read as follows:
“Sec. 105. Commission on Poverty; resources and staff.
“(a) The Commission shall be supported by an Executive Director, who shall be a District
resident appointed by the Mayor.
“(b) The Executive Director shall:
“(1) Report on a regular basis, as determined by the Chairperson of the
Commission, to the Commission;
“(2) Assist in the preparation of the poverty-reduction plan and annual reports,
conduct the administrative activities of the Commission, and perform other duties, as directed by
the Chairperson of the Commission; and
“(3) Hire and supervise other Commission staff, as the approved Commission
budget permits.
“(c) The Commission may retain outside consultants to assist with preparing and drafting
the poverty-reduction plan and annual reports; provided, that the approved Commission budget
permits.
“(d)(1) The Mayor shall provide sufficient office space for the Executive Director and
any staff.
“(2) The Department of Employment Services, and other agencies as the Mayor
may designate, shall provide administrative and technical support to the Commission.”.
SUBTITLE K. ROSEMOUNT CENTER
Sec. 4101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Rosemount Center Support Congressional Review
Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4102. In Fiscal Year 2025, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education shall
award a grant in the amount of $385,000 to the Rosemount Center, located at 2000 Rosemount
Avenue, NW, to support the continuation of childcare operations.
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SUBTITLE L. UNIVERSAL PAID LEAVE PROGRAM
Sec. 4111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Universal Paid Leave Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4112. The Universal Paid Leave Amendment Act of 2016, effective April 7, 2017
(D.C. Law 21-264; D.C. Official Code § 32-541.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 101(6A) (D.C. Official Code § 32-541.01(6A)) is amended by striking the
phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund” and inserting the word “District” in its place.
(b) Section 103 (D.C. Official Code § 32-541.03) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “0.62%, or a lower rate computed pursuant to section
104a(c)(2), of” and insert the phrase “0.75% of” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund” and insert the word
“District” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “0.62%, or a lower rate computed pursuant to section
104a(c)(2), of” and insert the phrase “0.75% of” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund” and insert the word
“District” in its place.
(3) A new subsection (b-1) is added to read as follows:
“(b-1) Contributions received by the District pursuant to subsections (a) and (b) of this
section shall be deposited in the Universal Paid Leave Fund; except, that any amounts collected
in excess of the amount that would be needed to maintain the solvency of the Universal Paid
Leave Fund for the duration of the financial plan, based on the Chief Financial Officer’s
certifications pursuant to section 104a(b)(1), shall instead be deposited into the General Fund of
the District of Columbia.”.
(4) Subsection (c) is amended by striking the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund”
and inserting the phrase “District pursuant to this section” in its place.
(5) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund”
and inserting the word “District” in its place.
(6) Subsection (e) is amended by striking the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund”
and inserting the word “District” in its place.
(7) Subsection (f) is amended by striking the phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund
and inserting the word “District” in its place.
(c) Section 104a (D.C. Official Code § 32-541.04a) is amended as follows:
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(A) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “, which shall reflect
any employer contribution rate change required pursuant to subsection (c) of this section, as
certified pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection.” and inserting a period in its place.
(B) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
(2) Subsection (c)(2) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (d)(1) is amended by striking the phrase “or employer contribution
rate change pursuant to this section,” and inserting the phrase “or the first employer contribution
to the District is due after an employer contribution rate change,” in its place.
(d) Section 105(a)(2) (D.C. Official Code § 32-541.05(a)(2)) is amended by striking the
phrase “Universal Paid Leave Fund” and inserting the word “District” in its place.
(e) Section 109(c) (D.C. Official Code § 32-541.09(c)) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “who paid into the Universal
Paid Leave Fund” and inserting the phrase “who made payments to the District” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “paid into the Universal Paid
Leave Fund” both times it appears and inserting the phrase “paid to the District” in its place.
Sec. 4113. Section 1152(e)(1) of the Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund Act of
2016, effective October 8, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-160; D.C. Official Code § 32-551.01(e)(1)), is
amended by striking the phrase “section 103 of the Act” and inserting the phrase “section 103(b-
1) of the Act” in its place.
Sec. 4114. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 1, 2024.
SUBTITLE M. CAREER READY EARLY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Sec. 4121. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Career Ready Early Scholars Program Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024.”.
Sec. 4122. Section 2a(a) of the Youth Employment Act of 1979, effective January 5,
1980 (D.C. Law 3-46; D.C. Official Code § 32-242(a)), is amended by adding new paragraphs
(6) and (7) to read as follows:
“(6)(A) Career Ready Early Scholars (“CRES”) Summer Program. - DOES shall
create a summer program for youth between 9 and 13 years of age that provides occupational
skills, academic enrichment, life skills, career exploration, work readiness, or youth development
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“(i) Cash equivalents, not to exceed the value of $150 per week per
participant, as an incentive to participate in the program;
“(ii) Meals and snacks during program hours; and
“(iii) Public transportation to and from the program.
“(C) Following the completion of the CRES summer program each year,
DOES shall administer a survey to participants and, by September 15, publish the results of the
survey and transmit them, along with a blank copy of the survey, to the Office of the State
Superintendent of Education (“OSSE”), the Chancellor of the District of Columbia Public
Schools (“DCPS”), and the Council.
“(D) By December 1 each year, DOES shall issue and submit to the
Council, OSSE, and the Chancellor of DCPS a report detailing:
“(i) The total number of participants who participated in the CRES
summer program;
“(ii) The total number of participants who completed the CRES
summer program;
“(iii) Partner organizations with whom participants engaged in
experiences; and
“(iv) Participants’ demographic data, as available.
“(7)(A) Career Ready Early Scholars (“CRES”) Year-Round Program. -
Beginning in School Year 2024-2025, DOES may administer an after-school program for youth
between 9 and 13 years of age that provides occupational skills, academic enrichment, life skills,
career exploration, work readiness, or youth development trainings during the school year.
“(B) DOES is authorized to spend appropriated funds for the program to
provide participants with:
“(i) Cash equivalents, not to exceed $150 per week per participant,
as an incentive to participate in the CRES year-round program; and
“(ii) Meals and snacks during program hours.”.
Sec. 4123. The Middle School Career Exploration Pilot Temporary Amendment Act of
2023, effective November 28, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-84; 70 DCR 13816), is repealed.
Sec. 4124. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of June 1, 2024.
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SUBTITLE N. SCHOOL CONNECT PILOT PROGRAM ANALYSIS AND
TRANSITION PLAN
Sec. 4131. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “School Connect Pilot Program Transition
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4132. (a) The Deputy Mayor for Education shall convene a working group to
establish a plan for transition of the School Connect pilot program (“Pilot Program”), as operated
by the Department of For-Hire Vehicles, and to provide recommendations for the repositioning
of positions, vehicles, software, and any other assets to a District agency within the Education or
Public Safety cluster.
(b) The working group shall include representation from:
(1) The Department of For-Hire Vehicles;
(2) The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education;
(3) The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice;
(4) The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Operations and Infrastructure; and
(5) Agencies under the purview of each Deputy Mayor as each Deputy Mayor
deems appropriate for participation.
(c) In establishing a Pilot Program transition plan, the working group shall consider:
(1) An analysis of program performance, based on available data, including:
(A) Pilot Program participation rate;
(B) Pilot Program costs and identification of significant cost drivers;
(C) Driver and transportation assistant satisfaction regarding program
performance, job safety, work environment, and other factors deemed relevant; and
(D) Parent and student satisfaction regarding performance, safety,
reliability, and any other factors deemed relevant;
(2) Alignment with recommendations of the School Safety Enhancement
Committee, as applicable, as established in section 4192 of the School Safety Coordination Act
of 2023, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; 70 DCR 10366);
(3) The potential for use of Pilot Program vehicles and assets to enhance
operations of school transportation or other transportation programs operated by the District; and
(4) If the Pilot Program is intended to continue beyond the 2024-2025 school
year, the recommended agency within the Education or Public Safety cluster under which it will
be housed and operated.
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(e) No later than 30 days prior to the Mayor’s submission of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget
and financial plan, the Deputy Mayor for Education shall provide, in writing, an update on the
recommendations of the working group to the Council committees with jurisdiction over the
Education cluster and the Department of For-Hire Vehicles.
SUBTITLE O. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MATCHING
GRANT
Sec. 4141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “University of the District of Columbia Funding
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4142. (a) In Fiscal Year 2025, of the funds allocated to the Non-Departmental
Account, $1 shall be transferred to the University of the District of Columbia (“UDC”) for every
$1 that UDC raises from private donations by April 1, 2025, up to a maximum transfer of $1
million.
(b) Of the amount transferred to UDC pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, no less
than 1/3 of the funds shall be deposited into UDC’s endowment fund.
SUBTITLE P. SPECIAL NEEDS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FUNDING
Sec. 4151. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Special Needs Public Charter School Funding
Authorization Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4152. (a)(1) Notwithstanding section 2401(b)(2) of the District of Columbia School
Reform Act of 1995, approved April 26, 1996 (110 Stat. 1321-136; D.C. Official Code § 38-
1804.01(b)(2)), in Fiscal Year 2025, the Public Charter School Board (“PCSB”) shall transmit
$1,200,000 to St. Coletta Special Education Public Charter School (“School”), which shall be in
addition to any funds transmitted to the School pursuant to the Uniform Per Student Funding
Formula for Public Schools and Public Charter Schools Act of 1998, effective March 26, 1999
(D.C. Law 12-207; D.C. Official Code § 38-2901 et seq.).
(2) PCSB shall transfer the funds authorized in paragraph (1) of this subsection to
a bank designated by the School within 45 days after the effective date of the Fiscal Year 2025
Local Budget Act of 2024, passed on 2nd reading on June 12, 2024 (Enrolled version of Bill 25-
785).
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(b)(1) PCSB shall require the School to submit to it a quarterly accounting of all
expenditures made with the additional funds the School received pursuant to subsection (a) of
this section.
(2) PCSB may consider the School's failure to submit the quarterly accounting
required pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection as fiscal mismanagement.
SUBTITLE Q. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CAREER AND
TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND DUAL ENROLLMENT
Sec. 4161. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Career and Technical Education and Dual Enrollment
Reporting and Career Pathways Study Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4162. The State Education Office Establishment Act of 2000, effective October 21,
2000 (D.C. Law 13-176; D.C. Official Code § 38-2601 et seq.), is amended by adding a new
section 7f-1 to read as follows:
“Sec. 7f-1. CTE and dual enrollment reporting.
“(a) Beginning with School Year 2024-2025 and annually by March 1 thereafter, OSSE
shall publish on its website the following information concerning CTE programs for the previous
school year:
“(1) The total number of students enrolled in CTE courses;
“(2) The total number of CTE students who participated in OSSE-funded work-
based learning opportunities;
“(3) The total number of CTE concentrators who obtained an industry
certification or credential disaggregated by the specific types of industry certifications or
credentials obtained;
“(4) The number of CTE concentrators who earned college credit prior to high-
school graduation and the number of credits earned;
“(5) The 4-year high-school graduation rate of CTE concentrators; and
“(6) The total number of CTE concentrators who enrolled in a postsecondary
educational institution within 12 months after graduation.
“(b) By December 1, 2024, OSSE shall publish on its website the following information
concerning dual enrollment programs for the previous school year:
“(1) The amount of money spent on dual enrollment through the OSSE Dual
Enrollment Consortium Program (“DECP”);
“(2) A list of institutions of higher education that received payments to operate
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“(3) The number of students, by individual student count per semester and by seat
count, participating in locally funded dual enrollment courses and the DECP, which shall be
disaggregated by the LEA and school the students attend, and shall include:
“(A) The number of economically disadvantaged students who participate
in dual enrollment courses;
“(B) The number of students with disabilities who participate in dual
enrollment courses;
“(C) The number of students by ward of school who participate in dual
enrollment courses; and
“(D) The number of students by race or ethnicity, if known, who
participate in dual enrollment courses.
“(c) LEAs shall provide all data requested by OSSE to meet the reporting requirements
under this section.
“(d) For the purposes of this section, the term:
“(1) “Advanced Technical Center” means an OSSE-operated open-enrollment
education center where students enrolled in DCPS or public charter high schools can participate
in CTE programming while remaining enrolled in their high school.
“(2) “CTE” means career and technical education programming funded by a grant
received pursuant to the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act,
approved July 31, 2018 (Pub. L. No. 115-224; 132 Stat. 1563), or through OSSE’s Advanced
Technical Center.
“(3) “CTE concentrator” means a student who has completed at least 3 courses in
a CTE pathway.
“(4) “CTE pathway” means an OSSE-approved sequence of at least 4
nonduplicative career education courses or content at the secondary level that incorporates
technical, academic, and employability knowledge and skills.
“(5) “Educational institution” shall have the same meaning as provided in section
201(4) of the Education Licensure Commission Act of 1976, effective April 6, 1977 (D.C. Law
1-104; D.C. Official Code § 38-1302(4)).
“(6) “Industry certification or credential” means industry-endorsed assessments
that are designed to indicate an individual’s ability and competence in a field of work and signify
satisfactory completion of education and experience requirements.
“(7) “Postsecondary” means the level of education beyond high school.
“(8) “Work-based learning” shall have the same meaning as provided in section
3(55) of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 2006, approved August
12, 2006 (120 Stat. 685; 20 U.S.C. § 2302(55)).
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Sec. 4163. Title II of the Public Education Reform Amendment Act of 2007, effective
June 12, 2007 (D.C. Law 17-9; D.C. Official Code 38-191 et seq.), is amended by adding a new
section 203b to read as follows:
“Sec. 203b. Youth-focused career preparation study.
“(a) The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education shall conduct and publish a public
study in Fiscal Year 2025 that:
“(1) Provides a historical review of the evolution of youth-focused career
preparation programming, including past workforce programming and historical stand-alone
vocational education programming at high schools such as Armstrong Manual Training School,
Bell School, O Street Vocational School, Burdick Career High School, and Chamberlain Career
Senior High School;
“(2) Identifies programmatic gaps that may exist between historic programs
offered at stand-alone vocational education schools and current CTE and career preparation
programs for youth up to the age of 24;
“(3) Examines best practices in jurisdictions that have successfully used CTE and
career preparation programs for youth up to the age of 24 to advance greater employment
opportunities for those youth; and
“(4) Recommends proposals for improving the District’s existing landscape of
CTE and career preparation programs.
“(b) For the purposes of this section the term “CTE” means career and technical
education programming funded by a grant received pursuant to the Strengthening Career and
Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, approved July 31, 2018 (Pub. L. No. 115-224; 132
Stat. 1563), or through OSSE’s Advanced Technical Center.”.
SUBTITLE R. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EARLY LITERACY EDUCATION
TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Sec. 4171. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Implementation of the Early Literacy Education Task
Force Recommendations Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4172. The Structured Literacy Action Plan Act of 2022, effective September 21,
2022 (D.C. Law 24-167; D.C. Official Code § 38-2261 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 4112 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2261) is amended by adding new paragraphs
(3A) and (3B) to read as follows:
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“(3B) “LEA” means local education agency, which is the District of Columbia
Public School system or any individual or group of public charter schools operating under a
single charter in the District.”.
(b) New sections 4115 and 4116 are added as follows:
“Sec. 4115. Achieving competency in structured literacy instruction.
“(a)(1) An LEA shall require each of its kindergarten teachers to successfully complete
an OSSE-approved structured literacy training or to demonstrate competency in structured
literacy instruction by the start of the 2026-2027 school year or within a year of the teacher’s
date of hire, whichever is later.
“(2) Teachers may fulfill the requirement to complete an approved structured
literacy training or demonstrate competency in structured literacy instruction by:
“(A) Providing proof of successful completion of an OSSE-approved
structured literacy training for the appropriate instructional cohort; or
“(B) Providing proof of receiving a passing score on a structured literacy
competency assessment or evaluation that OSSE identified or developed.
“(3) A teacher who is employed by an LEA as of the effective date of the Fiscal
Year 2025 Budget Support Act of 2024, passed on 2nd reading on June 25, 2024 (Enrolled
version of Bill 25-784), shall be deemed to have successfully completed an OSSE-approved
structured literacy training or demonstrated competency in structured literacy instruction by the
start of the 2026-2027 school year if the teacher successfully completed an OSSE-approved
structured literacy training for the appropriate instructional cohort or received a passing score on
a structured literacy competency assessment or evaluation that OSSE identified or developed
between January 2019 and August 2026.
“(b)(1) During School Year 2025-26, including summer 2026, LEAs shall dedicate at
least 10 hours of professional development time, scheduled during regularly contracted work
hours, for kindergarten teachers who intend to complete structured literacy training to participate
in such training; provided, that the LEA may designate the time and place for the training.
“(2) LEAs shall compensate kindergarten teachers for time spent outside of
regularly contracted work hours to complete an OSSE-approved structured literacy training.
“(c) OSSE may issue rules prescribing additional requirements for educators employed
by an LEA to complete approved structured literacy trainings or demonstrate competency in
structured literacy instruction.
“(d) By April 1, 2026, OSSE shall establish and administer a grant program to reimburse
LEAs for costs, including payments to teachers and assessment fees incurred in meeting the
requirements of this section.
“(e)(1) Beginning October 31, 2026, and by October 31 of each year thereafter, DCPS
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of the school year for all kindergarten teachers employed as of October 5 of the reporting year.
If a school has failed to comply, the LEA shall state the name of the school, the deficiency, and
the timeline for curing the deficiency.
“(2) OSSE shall make the compliance letters received pursuant to paragraph (1) of
this subsection publicly available within 15 business days after receiving them.
“Sec. 4116. Supporting competency in structured literacy instruction.
“(a) OSSE shall:
“(1) No later than July 1, 2024:
“(A) Generate a preliminary list of approved structured literacy trainings
and distribute the list to LEAs;
“(B) Create and publish an approved list of high-quality instructional
materials rooted in the science of reading, which it shall periodically update; and
“(C) Develop and publish a walkthrough observation tool for structured
literacy instruction to create consistent expectations about what structured literacy instruction
looks like in practice and to support administrators, academic coaches, and teachers in providing
effective feedback as part of a cycle of continuous improvement for structured literacy
instruction;
“(2) No later than April 1, 2025:
“(A) Develop or identify one or more structured literacy competency
assessments or evaluations; and
“(B) Provide related professional development modules on the science of
reading on its Learning Management System or a similar online system;
“(3) No later than June 1, 2025, update the list of approved structured literacy
trainings to ensure it includes all approved vendors for structured literacy training, consistent
with research-based best practices, including best practices for meeting the needs of adolescent,
adult, and diverse learners, which it shall endeavor to update by June 1 of each subsequent year;
and
“(4) Starting in School Year 2025-26, provide LEAs with a communications
toolkit that will support them in communicating with families about students’ early reading
skills.
“(b)(1) Beginning in School Year 2024-25, each LEA shall provide OSSE with
information it requests related to literacy instruction including:
“(A) The name of the Tier 1 literacy curriculum in use by each school
within the LEA serving students in grades kindergarten through 5, disaggregated by school,
grade, and teacher;
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“(C) Teacher and administrator feedback on OSSE-approved structured
literacy trainings, structured literacy competency assessments or evaluations identified or
developed by OSSE, and the coaching pilot administered by OSSE pursuant to subsection (c) of
this section;
“(D) Teacher and administrator completion data of OSSE-approved
structured literacy training, including the name of the training, completion date of the training,
unique teacher identification number, and the teacher grade level and subject area, from the
previous 5 years (or since 2019, for educators meeting the 2026-27 deadline); and
“(E) Teacher and administrator results and completion data of an OSSE-
approved structured literacy competency assessment or evaluation, including the name of the
assessment, completion date of the assessment, passage rate for the assessment, and the results
by teacher grade level, and subject area.
“(2) No later than December 15, 2025, OSSE shall publish in a conspicuous
location on its website a list of the Tier 1 literacy curriculum in use by each school within the
LEA serving students in grades kindergarten through 5, disaggregated by school.
“(c)(1) In School Years 2025-26 and 2026-27, OSSE shall administer a pilot program to
support educators’ use of new structured literacy instructional skills. Through the program,
literacy coaches shall provide direct, intensive support and individualized instructional feedback
to classroom teachers across LEAs, prioritizing schools with the lowest performance on
statewide assessments and that demonstrate other factors indicating need.
“(2) Beginning in the first year of the pilot, OSSE shall maintain and support no
fewer than 4 literacy coaches to support up to 20 schools.
“(3) OSSE shall collect data to determine the effectiveness of the pilot, which
may include data on student growth and proficiency in literacy, pre-and post-tests of educator
structured literacy knowledge and skills, classroom observations, and LEA administrator
feedback.”.
Sec. 4173. The Addressing Dyslexia and Other Reading Difficulties Amendment Act of
2020, effective March 16, 2021 (D.C. Law 23-191; D.C. Official Code § 38-2581 et seq.), is
amended as follows:
(a) Section 103 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2581.03) is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 103. Required awareness training on reading difficulties.”.
(2) Subsection (a) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (b) is amended to read as follows:
“(b) Beginning with School Year 2024-25, and annually thereafter, each educator
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(b) Section 106 (D.C. Official Code § 38-2581.06) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) Beginning October 31, 2024, and by October 31 of each year thereafter, District of
Columbia Public Schools (“DCPS”) and each public charter LEA shall send a letter to OSSE
reporting whether each school under the LEA’s authority has complied with the requirements set
forth in this title. If a school has failed to comply with one or more sections of this title, the LEA
shall state the name of the school, the deficiency, and the timeline for curing the deficiency.”.
(2) Subsection (b) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (c) is amended by striking the word “PCSB” and inserting the
phrase “public charter LEAs” in its place.
SUBTITLE S. PR HARRIS BUILDING AND SITE
Sec. 4181. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “PR Harris Building and Site Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4182. Section 422(a) of the University of the District of Columbia Expansion Act of
2010, effective April 8, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-370; D.C. Official Code § 10-507.01, note), is
amended to read as follows:
“(a)(1)(A) The University of the District of Columbia may maintain a Ward 8 food hub
and sufficient office space at the closed Patricia R. Harris Educational Center school building
and site.
“(B) The Mayor shall assume any rights and obligations of the University
of the District of Columbia as lessor under any existing lease or leases for PR Harris.
“(C) If the Mayor leases or subleases PR Harris, the University of the
District of Columbia shall retain the right to maintain a Ward 8 food hub and sufficient space at
PR Harris.
“(2) For purpose of this subsection, the term:
“(A) “PR Harris” means the closed Patricia R. Harris Educational Center
school building and site, located at 4600 Livingston Road, SE.
“(B) “Sufficient office space” means office space sufficient for the
purposes of the University of the District of Columbia, as agreed upon by the Mayor and the
University of the District of Columbia.
“(C) “Ward 8 food hub” means food production and distribution
operations similar in scope to those engaged in by the University of the District of Columbia as
of November 16, 2021.”.
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Sec. 4183. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of November 16, 2021.
SUBTITLE T. PUBLIC SCHOOL EXPERIENTIAL GRANT
Sec. 4191. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Experiential Learning Grant Congressional Review
Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4192. (a) Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective
December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year
2025 the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (“OSSE”) shall issue a $300,000 grant
to Live It Learn It, for the purpose of creating a new microgrant and support program to enhance
experiential learning at high-need schools.
(b) OSSE shall issue this grant no later than November 1, 2024.
SUBTITLE U. SENIOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Sec. 4201. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Senior Workforce Development Grant Congressional
Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4202. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the
Department of Employment Services may issue a grant of $250,000 to the Institute of
Gerontology at the University of the District of Columbia to support the employment of
additional senior citizens, enhanced social engagement, and increased skills training through
courses and programs offered by the University of the District of Columbia.
SUBTITLE V. PERMANENT POSITION FOR STUDENT AND TEACHER
WELLNESS
Sec. 4211. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Permanent Position for Student and Teacher Wellness
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4212. Permanent Teaching Position.
(a) The funding each District of Columbia Public School elementary school in Ward 7
and Ward 8 receives in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and financial plan for an additional
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(2) Permanent school-wide substitute teacher;
(3) Wellness coordinator; or
(4) Full-time equivalent to implement flexible scheduling at the school.
(b) Each principal should endeavor to consult with their school’s local school advisory
team to determine which position would be most beneficial to the school.
(c) For the purposes of this section, the term:
(1) “Educator” means teachers, assistant teachers, and paraprofessionals.
(2) “Flexible scheduling” means a scheduling arrangement for educators that
allows for variation in the instructional calendars and formats on a daily or weekly basis while
continuing to provide academic instruction to students.
(3) “Wellness coordinator” means a person who leads, organizes, and facilitates
educator and student wellness initiatives in a school, which may include self-care, wellness, and
stress management techniques.
SUBTITLE W. TRUANCY GRANTS
Sec. 4221. Short title
This subtitle may be cited as the “Truancy Grants Authority Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 4222. Section 3(b) of the State Education Office Establishment Act of 2000,
effective October 21, 2000 (D.C. Law 13-176; D.C. Official Code § 38-2602(b)), is amended as
follows:
(a) Paragraph (31)(C) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a semicolon
in its place.
(b) Paragraph (32) is amended by striking the period and inserting the phrase “; and” in
its place.
(c) A new paragraph (33) is added to read as follows:
“(33) Have the authority to issue grants to non-profit and community-based
organizations and other entities to reduce truancy and chronic absenteeism among students in the
District, including by issuing non-competitive grants and extending grants previously issued by
the Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants, notwithstanding section 1094 of the Grant
Administration Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code
§ 1-328.13).
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TITLE V. HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES
SUBTITLE A. DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL PAYMENT RATES
Sec. 5001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Direct Support Professional Payment Rate
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5002. The Direct Support Professional Payment Rate Act of 2020, effective April
16, 2020 (D.C. Law 23-77; D.C. Official Code § 4-2001 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 3 (D.C. Official Code § 4-2002) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “By Fiscal Year 2025” and
inserting the phrase “By Fiscal Year 2026” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (a-1) is added to read as follows:
“(a-1) In Fiscal Year 2025, the Mayor shall provide a supplemental payment from the
Home and Community-Based Services Enhancement Fund, established pursuant to section 8d of
the Department of Health Care Finance Establishment Act of 2007, effective September 21, 2022
(D.C. Law 24-167; D.C. Official Code § 7-771.07d), to direct care service providers for the
purpose of supporting payments to direct care professionals of a wage that, on average, is equal
to at least the greater of either 117.6% of the District minimum wage pursuant to section 4 of the
Minimum Wage Act Revision Act of 1992, effective March 25, 1993 (D.C. Law 9-248; D.C.
Official Code § 32-1003), or 117.6% of the District living wage pursuant to the Living Wage Act
of 2006, effective June 8, 2006 (D.C. Law 16-118; D.C. Official Code § 2-220.01 et seq.).”.
(b) Section 5 (D.C. Official Code § 4-2004) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “During Fiscal Year 2025”
and inserting the phrase “During Fiscal Year 2026” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (c) is added to read as follows:
“(c) A direct care service provider who received a supplemental payment from the
District in Fiscal Year 2025 pursuant to section 3(a-1) shall demonstrate to the Mayor that it paid
its direct care professionals a wage that, on average, is equal to at least the greater of either
117.6% of the District minimum wage pursuant to section 4 of the Minimum Wage Act Revision
Act of 1992, effective March 25, 1993 (D.C. Law 9-248; D.C. Official Code § 32-1003), or
117.6% of the District living wage pursuant to the Living Wage Act of 2006, effective June 8,
2006 (D.C. Law 16-118; D.C. Official Code § 2-220.01 et seq.), in the service provider’s
operating budget cycle, inclusive of overtime wages and bonuses.”.
SUBTITLE B. JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES OVERSIGHT
Sec. 5011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Juvenile Justice Facilities Oversight Congressional
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Sec. 5012. (a) The Office of Independent Juvenile Justice Facilities Oversight (“Office”),
created by Mayor’s Order 2020-115 and extended by Mayor’s Order 2023-146, shall continue its
operations throughout Fiscal Year 2025 as a program within the Office of the District of
Columbia Auditor.
(b) The Office shall:
(1) Monitor and publicly report on the durability of the reforms the Department
previously achieved under the work plan and consent decree negotiated to resolve Jerry M. et al.
v. District of Columbia et al., Superior Court of the District of Columbia Civil Action No. 1519-
85, and the Department’s progress in achieving work plan goals, including critical work plan
indicators, that the Department did not achieve prior to January 6, 2021, which may include
providing housing for discrete populations, meeting standards to ensure facilities are safe and
humane, and providing free and appropriate education;
(2) Post pertinent data regarding facilities on its standalone website, including
population data and data regarding critical incidents and assaults;
(3) Conduct periodic unannounced monitoring visits to facilities; and
(4) Develop a plan for the continuation of activities in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3)
of this subsection through FY 2027 and present that plan to the Council of the District of
Columbia no later than March 1, 2025.
SUBTITLE C. MEDICAID INPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS
Sec. 5021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Medicaid Inpatient Hospital Directed Payment
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5022. Definitions.
For the purposes of this subtitle, the term:
(1) “Department” means the Department of Health Care Finance.
(2) “District retention” means an amount equal to 13.125% of the fees collected
under section 5024(a)(1), plus the salary and fringe benefits for one full-time equivalent staff
position at the Department.
(3) “Fund” means the Inpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund
established by this subtitle.
(4) “Hospital” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 2(a)(9) of the
Health-Care and Community Residence Facility, Hospice and Home Care Licensure Act of
1983, effective February 24, 1984 (D.C. Law 5-48; D.C. Official Code § 44-501(a)(9)); except,
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reimbursement methodology under the State Plan, or a hospital operated by the federal
government.
(5) “Hospital system” means a group of hospitals licensed separately but operated,
owned, or maintained by a common entity.
(6) “Medicaid” means the medical assistance programs authorized by Title XIX
of the Social Security Act, approved July 30, 1965 (79 Stat. 343; 42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.), and
by section 1 of An Act To enable the District of Columbia to receive Federal financial assistance
under title XIX of the Social Security Act for a medical assistance program, and for other
purposes, approved December 27, 1967 (81 Stat. 744; D.C. Official Code § 1-307.02), and
administered by the Department.
(7)(A) “Inpatient net patient revenue” means the result of the following
calculation:
(i) The quotient of the number appearing in Column 1 of Line 28
on Worksheet G-2 of the hospital’s most recently available filed Hospital and Hospital Health
Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS-2552-10”);
(ii) Divided by the number appearing in Column 3 of Line 28 on
Worksheet G-2 of that report; and
(iii) Multiplied by the number appearing in Column 1 of Line 3 of
Worksheet G-3 of that report.
(B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, for a hospital
that has not yet filed its first Form CMS-2552-10, the term “inpatient net patient revenue” shall
mean a dollar value determined by the Department, based on projected utilization volume and
projected utilization migration from other area hospitals, that approximates the hospital’s
expected inpatient net patient revenue.
(8) “State directed payment” means a Medicaid managed care delivery system
and provider payment initiative authorized under 42 C.F.R. § 438.6(c).
Sec. 5023. Inpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund.
(a) There is established as a special fund the Inpatient Hospital Directed Payment
Provider Fee Fund, which shall be administered by the Department in accordance with
subsections (c) and (d) of this section.
(b) Revenue from the following sources shall be deposited in the Fund:
(1) Fees collected under this subtitle; and
(2) Interest and penalties collected under this subtitle.
(c) Money in the Fund shall be used only for the following purposes:
(1) Making separate payments to Medicaid managed care organizations to fund
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(3) Through the District retention:
(A) Paying the salary and fringe benefits of one full-time equivalent staff
position at the Department;
(B) Funding the local match for Medicaid fee-for-service hospital
reimbursements;
(C) Funding Title I of the Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of
2023, effective January 17, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-100; D.C. Official Code § 31-3875.01 et seq.),
using an amount from the District retention equal to 1.125% of the fees collected under this
subtitle; and
(D) Making a transfer to Local Funds in an amount not to exceed 13.125%
of the fees collected under this subtitle.
(d)(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c)(3)(D) of this section, the money
deposited into the Fund shall not revert to the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of
the District of Columbia at the end of a fiscal year, or at any other time.
(2) Subject to authorization in an approved budget and financial plan, any funds
appropriated in the Fund shall be continually available without regard to fiscal year limitation.
Sec. 5024. Inpatient hospital directed payment provider fee.
(a) The District may charge each hospital a fee based on its inpatient net patient revenue.
The fee shall be charged at a uniform rate among all hospitals. The rate of the fee shall be
established by the Department and generate an amount equal to:
(1) The non-federal share of the quarterly inpatient hospital directed payment,
consistent with the applicable State directed payment preprint approved by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services; and
(2) The District retention.
(b) If the Department calculates the fee under subsection (a) based in part on the inpatient
net patient revenue of a new hospital that has not yet filed its first Hospital and Hospital Health
Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS-2552-10”), the Department shall, after the hospital files
its first Form CMS-2552-10:
(1) Adjust the fee retroactively based on the inpatient net patient revenue of the
new hospital using the calculation provided by section 5022(7)(A);
(2) Bill the new hospital for any difference in amount owed, if any; and
(3) Retroactively adjust the fees charged to all other hospitals to account for the
change in the new hospital’s fee obligations.
(c)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the following hospitals shall
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(B) Howard University Hospital.
(2) If an exemption provided to a hospital by paragraph (1) of this subsection is
not approved for a provider tax waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (if
such waiver is determined to be necessary), the hospital shall be subject to the fee imposed under
subsection (a) of this section.
Sec. 5025. Federal Determination; Suspension and Termination of Assessment; and
Applicability of fees.
(a) The fee imposed by section 5024 shall apply as of October 1, 2024.
(b) The fee imposed by section 5024 shall cease to be imposed, and any moneys
remaining in the Fund shall be refunded to hospitals in proportion to the amounts paid by them if
the payments under section 5026 are not eligible for federal matching funds or if the fee is
determined to be an impermissible tax under section 1903(w) of the Social Security Act,
approved July 30, 1965 (79 Stat. 349; 42 U.S.C. § 1396b(w)).
(c) The Department shall work with District hospitals and the District of Columbia
Hospital Association to create a plan to address needs in the community, including:
(1) Maternal and child health outcomes;
(2) Discharge for long term care and transitions of care plans;
(3) Substance use; and
(4) Workforce pipelines.
Sec. 5026. Medicaid inpatient hospital directed payments.
For services beginning on October 1, 2024, the Department shall require Medicaid
managed care organizations to make inpatient directed payments to hospitals consistent with the
applicable State directed payment preprint approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services.
Sec. 5027. Quarterly notice and collection.
(a) The fee imposed under section 5024 shall be calculated on a quarterly basis and shall
be due and payable by the 15th day after the last month of each quarter; provided, that the fee
shall not be due and payable until:
(1) The District issues written notice that the payment methodologies for
payments to hospitals required under section 5026 have been approved by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services; and
(2) The District issues written notice to the hospital informing the hospital of its
fee rate, inpatient net patient revenue subject to the fee, and the fee amount owed on a quarterly
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(b)(1) If a hospital fails to pay the full amount of the fee in accordance with this subtitle,
the unpaid balance shall accrue interest at the rate of 1.5% per month or any fraction thereof,
which shall be added to the unpaid balance.
(2) The Chief Financial Officer may arrange a payment plan for the amount of the
fee and interest in arrears.
Sec. 5028. Multi-hospital systems, closure, merger, and new hospitals.
(a) If a hospital system owns, operates, or maintains more than one hospital licensed by
the Department of Health, the hospital system shall pay the fee for each hospital separately.
(b)(1) Notwithstanding any other provision in this subtitle, if a hospital system or person
ceases to own, operate, or maintain a hospital that is subject to a fee under section 5024, as
evidenced by the transfer or surrender of the hospital license, the fee for the fiscal year in which
the cessation occurs shall be adjusted by multiplying the fee computed under section 5024 by a
fraction, the numerator of which is the number of days in the year during which the hospital
system or person conducted, operated, or maintained the hospital, and the denominator of which
is 365.
(2) Within 15 days after ceasing to own, operate, or maintain a hospital, the
hospital system or person shall pay the fee for the year as so adjusted, to the extent not
previously paid.
Sec. 5029. Rules.
The Mayor, pursuant to Title I of the District of Columbia Administrative Procedure Act,
approved October 21, 1968 (82 Stat. 1204; D.C. Official Code § 2-501 et seq.), may issue rules
to implement the provisions of this subtitle.
Sec. 5030. Sunset.
This subtitle shall expire on September 30, 2029.
SUBTITLE D. MEDICAID OUTPATIENT FUND AND DIRECTED PAYMENTS
Sec. 5031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Medicaid Outpatient Hospital Directed Payment
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
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(2) “District retention” means an amount equal to 13.125% of the fees collected
pursuant to section 5034(a)(1), plus the salary and fringe benefits for one full-time equivalent
staff position at the Department.
(3) “Fund” means the Outpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund
established by this subtitle.
(4) “Hospital” shall have the same meaning as provided in section 2(a)(9) of the
Health-Care and Community Residence Facility, Hospice and Home Care Licensure Act of
1983, effective February 24, 1984 (D.C. Law 5-48; D.C. Official Code § 44-501(a)(9)); except,
that the term “hospital” shall not include a hospital operated by the federal government.
(5) “Hospital system” means a group of hospitals licensed separately, but
operated, owned, or maintained by a common entity.
(6) “Medicaid” means the medical assistance programs authorized by Title XIX
of the Social Security Act, approved July 30, 1965 (79 Stat. 343; 42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.), and
by section 1 of An Act To enable the District of Columbia to receive Federal financial assistance
under title XIX of the Social Security Act for a medical assistance program, and for other
purposes, approved December 27, 1967 (81 Stat. 744; D.C. Official Code § 1-307.02), and
administered by the Department.
(7)(A) “Outpatient gross patient revenue” means the amount that is reported in
column 2 of line 28 of Worksheet G-2 of the hospital’s most recently available Hospital and
Hospital Health Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS 2552-10”).
(B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, for a hospital
that has not yet filed its first Form CMS-2552-10, the term “outpatient gross patient revenue”
shall mean a dollar value determined by the Department, based on projected utilization volume
and projected utilization migration from other area hospitals, that approximates the hospital’s
expected outpatient gross patient revenue.
(8) “State directed payment” means a Medicaid managed care delivery system
and provider payment initiative authorized under 42 C.F.R § 438.6(c).
Sec. 5033. Outpatient Hospital Directed Payment Provider Fee Fund.
(a) There is established as a special fund the Outpatient Hospital Directed Payment
Provider Fee Fund, which shall be administered by the Department in accordance with
subsections (c) and (d) of this section.
(b) Revenue from the following sources shall be deposited in the Fund:
(1) Fees collected under this subtitle; and
(2) Interest and penalties collected under this subtitle.
(c) Money in the Fund shall be used only for the following purposes:
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(2) Providing refunds to hospitals pursuant to section 5035; and
(3) Through the District retention:
(A) Paying the salary and fringe benefits of one full-time equivalent staff
position at the Department;
(B) Funding the local match for Medicaid fee-for-service hospital
reimbursements;
(C) Funding Title I of the Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of
2023, effective January 17, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-100; D.C. Official Code § 31-3875.01 et seq.),
using an amount from the District retention equal to 1.125% of the fees collected under this
subtitle; and
(D) Making a transfer to Local Funds in an amount not to exceed 13.125%
of the fees collected under this subtitle.
(d)(1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c)(3)(D) of this section, the money
deposited into the Fund shall not revert to the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of
the District of Columbia at the end of a fiscal year, or at any other time.
(2) Subject to authorization in an approved budget and financial plan, any funds
appropriated in the Fund shall be continually available without regard to fiscal year limitation.
Sec. 5034. Outpatient hospital directed payment provider fee.
(a) The District may charge each hospital a fee based on its outpatient gross patient
revenue. The fee shall be charged at a uniform rate among all hospitals. The rate of the fee shall
be established by the Department and generate an amount equal to:
(1) The non-federal share of the quarterly outpatient hospital directed payment,
consistent with the applicable State directed payment preprint approved by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services; and
(2) The District retention.
(b) If the Department calculates the fee under subsection (a) based in part on the
outpatient gross patient revenue of a new hospital that has not yet filed its first Hospital and
Hospital Health Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS-2552-10”), the Department shall, after
the hospital files its first Form CMS-2552-10:
(1) Adjust the fee retroactively based on the outpatient gross patient revenue of
the new hospital using the calculation provided by section 5032(7)(A);
(2) Bill the new hospital for any difference in amount owed, if any; and
(3) Retroactively adjust the fees charged to all other hospitals to account for the
change in the new hospital’s fee obligations.
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(A) A psychiatric hospital that is an agency or a unit of the District
government;
(B) Howard University Hospital.
(2) If an exemption provided to a hospital by paragraph (1) of this subsection is
not approved for a provider tax waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (if
such waiver is determined to be necessary), the hospital shall be subject to the fee imposed under
subsection (a) of this section.
Sec. 5035. Federal Determination; Suspension and Termination of Assessment; and
Applicability of fees.
(a) The fee imposed by section 5034 shall be applicable as of October 1, 2024.
(b) The fee imposed by section 5034 shall cease to be imposed, and any moneys
remaining in the Fund shall be refunded to hospitals in proportion to the amounts paid by them if
the payments under section 5036 are not eligible for federal matching funds or if the fee is
deemed to be an impermissible tax under section 1903(w) of the Social Security Act, approved
July 30, 1965 (79 Stat. 349; 42 U.S.C. § 1396b(w)).
(c) The Department shall work with District hospitals and the District of Columbia
Hospital Association to create a plan to address needs in the community, including:
(1) Maternal and child health outcomes;
(2) Discharge for long term care and transitions of care plans;
(3) Substance use; and
(4) Workforce pipelines.
Sec. 5036. Medicaid outpatient hospital directed payments.
For visits and services beginning on October 1, 2024, the Department shall require
Medicaid managed care organizations to make outpatient directed payments to hospitals
consistent with the applicable State directed payment preprint approved by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Sec. 5037. Quarterly notice and collection.
(a) The fee imposed under section 5034 shall be calculated on a quarterly basis, and shall
be due and payable by the 15th day after the last month of each quarter; provided, that the fee
shall not be due and payable until:
(1) The District issues written notice that the payment methodologies for
payments to hospitals required under section 5036 have been approved by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services; and
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quarterly basis, including, in the initial written notice from the District to the hospital, all fee
amounts owed beginning with the period commencing on October 1, 2024.
(b)(1) If a hospital fails to pay the full amount of the fee in accordance with this subtitle,
the unpaid balance shall accrue interest at the rate of 1.5% per month or any fraction thereof,
which shall be added to the unpaid balance.
(2) The Chief Financial Officer may arrange a payment plan for the amount of the
fee and interest in arrears.
Sec. 5038. Multi-hospital systems, closure, merger, and new hospitals.
(a) If a hospital system owns, operates, or maintains more than one hospital licensed by
the Department of Health, the hospital system shall pay the fee for each hospital separately.
(b)(1) Notwithstanding any other provision in this subtitle, if a hospital system or person
ceases to own, operate, or maintain a hospital that is subject to a fee under section 5034, as
evidenced by the transfer or surrender of the hospital license, the fee for the fiscal year in which
the cessation occurs shall be adjusted by multiplying the fee computed under section 5034 by a
fraction, the numerator of which is the number of days in the year during which the hospital
system or person conducted, operated, or maintained the hospital, and the denominator of which
is 365.
(2) Within 15 days after ceasing to own, operate, or maintain a hospital, the
hospital system or person shall pay the fee for the year as so adjusted, to the extent not
previously paid.
Sec. 5039. Rules.
The Mayor, pursuant to Title I of the District of Columbia Administrative Procedure Act,
approved October 21, 1968 (82 Stat.1204; D.C. Official Code § 2-501 et seq.), may issue rules to
implement the provisions of this subtitle.
Sec. 5040. Sunset.
This subtitle shall expire on September 30, 2029.
SUBTITLE E. MEDICAID HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT SUPPLEMENTAL
PAYMENT AND HOSPITAL INPATIENT RATE SUPPLEMENT ADJUSTMENTS
Sec. 5041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Medicaid Hospital Outpatient Supplemental Payment
and Hospital Inpatient Rate Supplement Adjustments Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 5042. The Medicaid Hospital Outpatient Supplemental Payment Act of 2017,
effective December 13, 2017 (D.C. Law 22-33; D.C. Official Code § 44-664.01 et seq.), is
amended as follows:
(a) Section 5062(5) (D.C. Official Code § 44-664.01(5)) is amended to read as follows:
“(5)(A) “Outpatient gross patient revenue” means the amount that is reported in
column 2 of line 28 of Worksheet G-2 of the hospital’s most recently available Hospital and
Hospital Health Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS 2552-10”).
“(B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, for a hospital
that has not yet filed its first Form CMS-2552-10, the term “outpatient gross patient revenue”
shall mean a dollar value determined by the Department based on projected utilization volume
and projected utilization migration from other area hospitals that approximates the hospital’s
expected outpatient gross patient revenue.”.
(b) Section 5064(b) (D.C. Official Code § 44-664.03(b)) is amended to read as follows:
“(b)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the following hospitals
shall be exempt from the fee imposed under subsection (a) of this subsection:
“(A) A psychiatric hospital that is an agency or a unit of the District
government; and
“(B) Howard University Hospital.
“(2) If an exemption provided to a hospital by paragraph (1) of this subsection is
not approved for a provider tax waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (if
such waiver is determined to be necessary), the hospital shall be subject to the fee imposed under
subsection (a) of this section.”.
Sec. 5043. The Medicaid Hospital Inpatient Rate Supplement Act of 2017, effective
December 13, 2017 (D.C. Law 22-33; D.C. Official Code § 44-664.11 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 5082(4) (D.C. Official Code § 44-664.11(4)) is amended to read as follows:
“(4)(A) “Inpatient net patient revenue” means, with respect to a hospital, the
result of the following calculation:
“(i) The quotient of the number appearing in Column 1 of Line 28
on Worksheet G-2 of the hospital’s most recently available filed Hospital and Hospital Health
Care Complex Cost Report (“Form CMS-2552-10”), divided by the number appearing in
Column 3 of Line 28 on Worksheet G-2 of that report; and
“(ii) Multiplied by the number appearing in Column 1 of Line 3 of
Worksheet G-3 of that report.
“(B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, for a hospital
that has not yet filed its first Form CMS-2552-10, the term “inpatient net patient revenue” shall
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projected utilization migration from other area hospitals, that approximates the hospital’s
expected inpatient net patient revenue.”.
(b) Section 5084 (D.C. Official Code § 44-664.13) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended to read as follows:
“(b)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the following hospitals
shall be exempt from the fee imposed under subsection (a) of this subsection:
“(A) A psychiatric hospital that is an agency or a unit of the District
government; and
“(B) Howard University Hospital.
“(2) If an exemption provided to a hospital by paragraph (1) of this subsection is
not approved for a provider tax waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (if
such waiver is determined to be necessary), the hospital shall be subject to the fee imposed under
subsection (a) of this section.”.
(2) Subsection (c) is repealed.
SUBTITLE F. GRANDPARENT AND CLOSE RELATIVE CAREGIVER
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY EXPANSION
Sec. 5051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Grandparent and Close Relative Caregiver Subsidy
Eligibility Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5052. The Grandparent Caregivers Pilot Program Establishment Act of 2005,
effective March 8, 2006 (D.C. Law 16-69; D.C. Official Code § 4-251.01 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 103 (D.C. Official Code § 4-251.03) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(5) is amended by striking the phrase “income (excluding
Supplemental Security Income) is under 200%” and inserting the phrase “income (excluding
Supplemental Security Income) is under 300%” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (i) is added to read as follows:
“(i) For purposes of determining eligibility and the amount of subsidy payments that a
grandparent is eligible to receive under this act, the Mayor shall exclude from consideration, for
a period of not more than 60 months, any financial assistance received by the applicant from a
benefits program, including from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, or a research project that has developed a
plan to study and evaluate the impact and potential benefits of direct cash transfers.”.
(b) Section 105(6) (D.C. Official Code § 4–251.05(6)) is amended by striking the phrase
“200 percent” and inserting the phrase “300%” in its place.
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Sec. 5053. The Close Relative Caregiver Subsidy Pilot Program Establishment
Amendment Act of 2019, effective November 26, 2019 (D.C. Law 23-32; D.C. Official Code §
4-251.21 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 103 (D.C. Official Code § 4-251.23) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(5) is amended by striking the phrase “income (excluding
Supplemental Security Income) is under 200%” and inserting the phrase “income (excluding
Supplemental Security Income) is under 300%” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (j) is added to read as follows:
“(j) For purposes of determining eligibility and the amount of subsidy payments that a
close relative is eligible to receive under this act, the Mayor shall exclude from consideration, for
a period of no more than 60 months, any financial assistance received by the applicant from a
benefits program, including from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, or a research project that has developed a
plan to study and evaluate the impact and potential benefits of direct cash transfers.”.
(b) Section 105(6) (D.C. Official Code § 4-251.25(6)) is amended by striking the phrase
“200%” and inserting the phrase “300%” in its place.
SUBTITLE G. RAPID RE-HOUSING
Sec. 5061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Rapid Re-Housing Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5062. The Homeless Services Reform Act of 2005, effective October 22, 2005 (D.C.
Law 16-35; D.C. Official Code § 4-751.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 7(b)(4)(B) (D.C. Official Code § 4-753.01(b)(4)(B)) is amended to read as
follows:
“(B) Rapid Re-Housing programs for the purpose of providing housing
relocation and stabilization services and time-limited rental assistance to help a homeless
individual or family move as quickly as possible into permanent housing and achieve stability in
permanent housing.”.
(b) Section 9(a)(18) (D.C. Official Code § 4-754.11(a)(18)) is amended to read as
follows:
“(18) Continuation of shelter or housing services provided within the Continuum
of Care without change, pending the outcome of any fair hearing requested within 15 calendar
days of receipt of written notice of a suspension, termination, or program exit, other than:
“(A) A transfer pursuant to section 20;
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“(C) A program exit from a Rapid Re-Housing program due to a statutory
or regulatory time limit on the duration of services provided by the Rapid Re-Housing
program;”.
(c) Section 22b (D.C. Official Code § 4-754.36b) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) The housing program is provided on a time-limited basis, and the client’s
time period for receiving services has run out; or”.
(2) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(A) The existing text is designated as paragraph (1).
(B) A new paragraph (2) is added to read as follows:
“(2)(A) Paragraph (1) of this subsection shall not apply to a program exit from a
Rapid Re-Housing program if the program exit is due to the client reaching a statutory or
regulatory time limit on the duration of services provided by the Rapid Re-Housing program.
“(B) Any client who requests an administrative review within 15 days of
receipt of notice of a program exit due to the client reaching a statutory or regulatory time limit
on the duration of services provided by a Rapid Re-Housing program shall continue to remain in
the housing program pending the administrative review decision.”.
(d) Section 26 (D.C. Official Code § 4-754.41) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “section 27;” and
inserting the phrase “section 27; except, that an administrative review decision regarding the
validity of a decision to exit a client from a Rapid Re-Housing program because the client’s time
period for receiving services has run out due to a statutory or regulatory time limit on the
duration of services provided by the Rapid Re-Housing program may not be appealed pursuant to
this paragraph;” in its place.
(B) Paragraph (2)(F) is amended to read as follows:
“(F) Exit the client from a housing program; except, that a decision to exit
a client from a Rapid Re-Housing program because the client’s time period for receiving services
has run out due to a statutory or regulatory time limit on the duration of services provided by the
Rapid Re-Housing program may not be reviewed pursuant to this paragraph; or”.
(2) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “This right to continuation of
shelter or housing services provided within the Continuum of Care pending appeal shall not
apply in the case of an emergency suspension or termination pursuant to section 24.” and
inserting the phrase “This right to continuation of shelter or housing services provided within the
Continuum of Care pending appeal shall not apply in the case of an emergency suspension or
termination pursuant to section 24 or in the case of a program exit from a Rapid Re-Housing
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(e) Section 27(d) (D.C. Official Code § 4-754.42(d)) is amended by adding a new
paragraph (3) to read as follows:
“(3) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, the administrative
review may be conducted on the papers and without an in-person review if the purpose of the
administrative review is to ascertain the validity of a decision to exit a client from a Rapid Re-
Housing program because the client’s time period for receiving services has run out due to a
statutory or regulatory time limit on the duration of services provided by the Rapid Re-Housing
program.”.
Sec. 5063. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE H. HEALTHY DC FUND
Sec. 5071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Healthy DC Fund Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5072. Section 15b of the Hospital and Medical Services Corporation Regulatory Act
of 1996, effective March 2, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-192; D.C. Official Code § 31-3514.02), is
amended by adding a new subsection (d) to read as follows:
“(d) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, in each of fiscal years 2025, 2026,
2027, and 2028, $5,567,566 shall be transferred from the Fund to the General Fund of the
District of Columbia.”.
SUBTITLE I. NOT-FOR-PROFIT HOSPITAL CORPORATION SUBSIDY
Sec. 5081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Not-For-Profit Hospital Corporation Subsidy
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5082. The Not-for-Profit Hospital Corporation Establishment Amendment Act of
2011, effective September 14, 2011 (D.C. Law 19-21; D.C. Official Code § 44-951.01 et seq.), is
amended as follows:
(a) Section 5115(l)(1) (D.C. Official Code § 44-951.04(l)(1)) is amended as follows:
(1) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the phrase “; or” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
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(3) A new subparagraph (D) is added to read as follows:
“(D) At any time after September 30, 2024, a District annual operating
subsidy of more than $26 million per fiscal year is required.”.
(b) Section 5120(b)(1) (D.C. Official Code § 44-951.09(b)(1)) is amended by striking the
phrase “and no greater than $22 million per year thereafter,” and inserting the phrase “no greater
than $22 million per year in Fiscal Years 2022 through 2024, and no greater than $26 million per
year thereafter,” in its place.
SUBTITLE J. CAREER MOBILITY ACTION PLAN PROGRAM
Sec. 5091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Career Mobility Action Plan Program Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5092. Section 202(a) of the Emergency Rental Assistance Reform and Career
Mobility Action Plan Program Establishment Amendment Act of 2022, effective March 10, 2023
(D.C. Law 24-287; D.C. Official Code § 4-281.02(a)), is amended by striking the phrase “The
Department shall” and inserting the phrase “The Department may” in its place.
SUBTITLE K. PROBLEM GAMBLING PROGRAM ESTABLISHMENT ACT
Sec. 5101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Problem Gambling Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5102. The Department of Behavioral Health Establishment Act of 2013, effective
December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61, D.C. Official Code § 7-1141.01 et seq.), is amended by
adding a new section 5117b.
“5117b. Problem-gambling report and program.
“(a) By October 31, 2024, the Department shall award a contract of $300,000 to a non-
governmental organization for the purpose of conducting a needs assessment aimed at better
understanding how problem gambling is impacting the District’s residents and developing
strategies for establishing an evidence-based or evidence-informed problem-gambling
prevention, harm reduction, and treatment program.
“(b) The non-governmental organization awarded the contract pursuant to subsection (a)
of this section shall submit a report of its fundings by November 1, 2025, to the Department,
which the Department shall submit to the Council by December 31, 2025.
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“(2) Analysis of existing data sources, including hospital admissions, emergency
room visits, treatment records, and Medicaid billing reports, to identify trends and patterns
related to problem gambling;
“(3) Community meetings and focus groups to facilitate discussions about
problem gambling and its effects on individuals, families, and communities;
“(4) Collaborations with stakeholders such as advocacy groups and treatment
providers that specialize in gambling addiction;
“(5) Mapping of local gambling resources to create an inventory or map of
gambling-related services, including gambling addiction helplines, support groups, and treatment
centers; and
“(6) Evaluations of existing policies and programs aimed at addressing problem
gambling, including public awareness campaigns, responsible gambling initiatives, and treatment
services, to identify areas for improvement and opportunities for innovation.
“(d) Beginning in Fiscal Year 2026, the Department shall establish:
“(1) A pilot problem-gambling program for up to 200 individuals, based on the
findings from the report outlined in subsection (a) of this section; and
“(2) A pilot training program for up to 50 certified mental health and substance
use disorder providers on best practices for screening, assessing, and providing treatment to
individuals with problem-gambling disorder.
“(e) For purposes of this section, “problem gambling” means a condition characterized by
persistent and recurrent problematic gambling behavior that adversely affects individuals or their
families, often disrupting their daily lives and careers, resulting in significant distress or
impairment.”.
SUBTITLE L. ANIMAL CONTROL
Sec. 5111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Animal Control Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5112. Section 6(f) of the Animal Control Act of 1979, effective October 18, 1979
(D.C. Law 3-30; D.C. Official Code § 8-1805(f)), is amended as follows:
(a) Strike the phrase “7 days” both times it appears and insert the phrase “5 days” in its
place.
(b) Strike the phrase “5 days” and insert the phrase “3 days” in its place.
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SUBTITLE M. CHILDCARE FOR PREGNANT AND BIRTHING PARENTS
GRANTS
Sec. 5121. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Childcare for Pregnant and Birthing Parents Grants
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5122. Section 4907a of the Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of
2001, effective March 3, 2010 (D.C. Law 18-111; D.C. Official Code § 7-736.01), is amended
by adding a new subsection (m) to read as follows:
“(m)(1) For Fiscal Year 2025, the Director of the Department of Health shall issue one or
more grants totaling $300,000 to non-governmental entities to provide childcare to pregnant and
birthing parents or legal guardians who are receiving urgent treatment related to pregnancy at a
hospital or birthing facility in the District.
“(2)(A) For childcare lasting 5 hours or less, the grantee shall provide on-site
childcare.
“(B) For childcare lasting for more than 5 hours, the grantee may transfer
the child to a childcare facility; provided, that the Department of Health and the parents or legal
guardians of the child are notified of the transfer and the identity and location of the childcare
facility.
“(3) For the purposes of this subsection:
“(A) “On-site childcare” means childcare provided at the same hospital or
birthing facility where the parent or legal guardian is receiving urgent treatment related to
pregnancy.
“(B) “Urgent treatment related to pregnancy” means healthcare treatment
outside of standard prenatal care and labor and delivery services that is recommended by a
licensed health professional to occur immediately to protect the health of the pregnant or birthing
individual or the fetus.”.
SUBTITLE N. DEPARTMENT OF AGING AND COMMUNITY LIVING GRANT
Sec. 5131. Short Title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Department of Aging and Community Living
Congressional Review Emergency Grant Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5132. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C,
Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the Department of Aging and Community
Living shall award a grant of $60,000 to Vida Senior Centers to support staffing and program
operations costs.
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SUBTITLE O. GROCERY ACCESS PILOT PROGRAM
Sec. 5141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Grocery Access Pilot Program Establishment
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5142. The Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of 2001, effective
October 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-28; D.C. Official Code § 7-731 et seq.), is amended by adding a
new section 4907d to read as follows:
“Sec. 4907d. Establishment of the grocery access pilot grant program.
“(a) In Fiscal Year 2025, the Department of Health shall establish a grocery access pilot
grant program for the purpose of providing up to 1,000 eligible District residents with
membership in a grocery delivery service at no cost for one year.
“(b)(1) To be eligible to participate in the pilot program, an applicant shall:
“(A) Be a resident of the District; and
“(B) Be enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Education (“SNAP-Ed”) program.
“(2) The Department of Health shall give preference to an applicant who lives in
an “eligible area” as that term is defined in D.C. Official Code § 47-3801(1D)(A).
“(c) At the conclusion of the one-year pilot program, the Department of Health shall
incorporate the data collected in the program in their SNAP-Ed program.
“(d) The data collected pursuant to subsection (c) of this section shall be made available
to the Council upon request.”.
SUBTITLE P. MENTAL HEALTH COURT URGENT CARE CLINIC
Sec. 5151. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Mental Health Court Urgent Care Clinic Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5152. The Department of Behavioral Health Establishment Act of 2013, effective
December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 7-1141.01 et seq.), is amended by
adding a new section 5117a.
“Sec. 5117a. Superior Court mental health urgent care clinic.
“(a) By October 1, 2024, the Department shall contract with a non-governmental
organization for the purpose of establishing and operating a mental-health urgent-care clinic in
Fiscal Year 2025. The clinic shall be located within the Moultrie Courthouse, at 500 Indiana
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“(1) Have experience operating a mental health urgent care clinic within the
Superior Court that provides behavioral health and substance use disorder services to individuals;
“(2) Possess no less than 2 years of experience in establishing and managing free-
standing mental health clinics;
“(3) Be certified by the Department to provide mental health rehabilitation
services;
“(4) Have previously been awarded a contract by a local, state, or federal agency
to conduct mental health and substance abuse assessments and treatment, conduct housing need
assessments and referrals, and deliver brief therapeutic interventions for individuals within the
justice system;
“(5) Possess no fewer than 3 years of experience working with individuals with
behavioral health needs involved in the legal system, including the ability to collaborate with
Superior Court personnel, criminal justice agencies, and community-based providers;
“(6) Possess expertise in providing comprehensive mental health and substance
use disorder services to diverse populations;
“(7) Possess knowledge of local laws and regulations related to mental health
crisis support and hospitalization; and
“(8) Possess a commitment to person-centered care and evidence-based practices
in mental health and substance abuse disorder treatment.
“(c) The mental health urgent care clinic established by this section shall:
“(1) Employ an evidence-based or evidence-informed care management model
that provides individualized support and referrals to resources;
“(2) Ensure that one or more staff members are qualified to respond to a petition
to conduct an emergency evaluation and observation when there is concern that an individual
poses a significant risk to themselves or others due to a severe mental health condition. A staff
member is qualified to conduct an emergency evaluation and observation if the staff member is
certified by the Department as an Officer Agent or otherwise permitted by law to conduct an
emergency evaluation and observation;
“(3) Maintain staffing sufficient to provide services to no fewer than 600
individuals;
“(4) Conduct assessments, diagnose mental health and co-occurring disorders, and
conduct substance abuse screenings;
“(5) Maintain an electronic health record system that collects uniform information
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“(C) Serves as a legal document describing healthcare services provided;
and
“(D) Serves as a source of data for the behavioral health services and
outcomes that are rendered;
“(6) Provide care coordination and intervention management services for high
utilizers of the District’s behavioral health and justice system;
“(7) Provide evaluations for juveniles who are court-ordered for emergency
evaluation;
“(8) Conduct housing assessments;
“(9) Provide immediate mental health clinical interventions, as required;
“(10) Coordinate with organizations certified by the Department to provide
behavioral health services, if necessary; and
“(11) Refer individuals to community-based treatment and resources.”.
SUBTITLE Q. OPIOID ABATEMENT DIRECTED FUNDING
Sec. 5161. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Opioid Abatement Directed Funding Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5162. Section 5012 of the Opioid Abatement Fund Establishment Act of 2022,
effective September 21, 2022 (D.C. Law 24-167; D.C. Official Code § 7-3221), is amended by
adding a new subsection (b-5) to read as follows:
“(b-5) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, in Fiscal Year 2025, a total
amount of $1,125,000 from the Fund shall be used for the following purposes:
“(1) $400,000 for behavioral health and substance abuse targeted outreach
services at locations in Wards 5 and 6 identified in the Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health
Services Targeted Outreach Grant Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024 (D.C. Act 25-550; 71
DCR 9990);
“(2) $325,000 to implement the School-Based Behavioral Health Student Peer
Educator Pilot Amendment Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024 (D.C. Act 25-550; 71 DCR
9990); and
“(3) $400,000 to the Office of the Chief Medical Officer for the purpose of
enabling the testing of illicit drug misuse and the development of novel testing methods for
opioids within the agency’s Forensic Toxicology Lab and Data Fusion Center.”.
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SUBTITLE R. PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REFORM AMENDMENT
Sec. 5171. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Prior Authorization Reform Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5172. The Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of 2023, effective January
17, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-100; D.C. Official Code § 31-3875.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 109(c) (D.C. Official Code § 31-3875.09(c)) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) For the purposes of this section, the term “utilization review entity” shall not include
an individual or entity that performs prior authorization review for a health benefits plan
provided through Medicaid or the DC HealthCare Alliance.”.
(b) Section 301 is repealed.
SUBTITLE S. SCHOOL-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH STUDENT PEER
EDUCATOR PILOT
Sec. 5181. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “School-Based Behavioral Health Student Peer Educator
Pilot Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5182. Section 204 of the Early Childhood and School-based Behavioral Health
Infrastructure Act of 2012, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; D.C. Official Code §
2-1517.33), is amended by adding a new subsection (a-1) to read as follows:
“(a-1) In Fiscal Year 2025, DBH shall award by October 15, 2024, grants totaling
$325,000 to the same non-governmental entities that received a grant under subsection (a) of this
section to continue to train and supervise peer educators to perform the functions identified in
subsections (d) and (e) of this section.”.
SUBTITLE T. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
TARGETED OUTREACH GRANTS
Sec. 5191. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Services
Targeted Outreach Congressional Review Emergency Grants Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5192. Substance abuse and behavioral health services targeted outreach pilot.
(a) By October 31, 2024, the Department Behavioral Health (“DBH”) shall award
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relationship development, and resource brokering to individuals in need of substance
abuse and behavioral health services at the following locations:
(1) The vicinity of the 600 block of T Street, NW;
(2) The vicinity of the 1100-1300 blocks of Mount Olivet Road, NE;
(3) The vicinity of the 3800-4000 blocks of Minnesota Avenue, NE;
(4) The vicinity of the 1300-1800 blocks of Marion Barry Avenue, SE;
(5) The vicinity of King Greenleaf Recreation Center located at 201 N Street, SW;
and
(6) The vicinity of the of the 1300-1700 blocks of North Capitol Street, NW, and
the 1600-1700 blocks of Lincoln, Road, NE.
(b) By October 31, 2024, DBH shall award a grant in the amount of $750,000 to an
organization responsible for maintaining a Main Street corridor in Ward 1 to hire 8 full-time
positions to provide direct support, relationship development and resource brokering to
individuals at the following locations:
(1) Columbia Heights Civic Plaza;
(2) The intersection of Mount Pleasant Street, NW, and Kenyon Street, NW;
(3) Georgia Avenue, NW, between New Hampshire Avenue, NW, and Harvard
Street, NW; and
(4) U Street, NW, between 14th Street, NW, and Georgia Avenue, NW.
(c) By November 30, 2025, the not-for-profit organizations awarded a grant pursuant to
this subtitle shall submit a report to DBH, which shall include the following information, broken
down by location:
(1) The number of individuals or groups the grantee engaged through outreach
efforts;
(2) The number of individuals the grantee connected to substance use disorder
treatment programs, primary healthcare, mental health services, housing assistance, employment
support, or other services;
(3) The number of overdose reversals or interventions performed by the grantee
using naloxone or other overdose reversal medications;
(4) The amount of harm reduction supplies distributed by the grantee, including
clean needles, syringes, naloxone kits, condoms, or other materials that reduce the risks
associated with drug use; and
(5) The number of educational sessions, workshops or prevention activities
delivered by the grantee to target populations.
(d) Within 30 days of receiving the report described in subsection (c) of this section,
DBH shall submit the report to the Council and publicly post the report on its website.
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Behavioral Health Targeted Outreach Grants Act of 2023, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C.
Law 25-50; 70 DCR 10366).
SUBTITLE U. SEXUAL HEALTH PEER EDUCATORS GRANT
Sec. 5201. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Sexual Health Peer Educators Grant Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5202. Section 4907a of the Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of
2001, effective March 3, 2010 (D.C. Law 18-111; D.C. Official Code § 7-736.01), is amended
by adding a new subsection (n) to read as follows:
“(n)(1) By October 21, 2024, the Department of Health (“Department”) shall award one
or more competitive grants totaling at least $150,000 to non-governmental entities to train,
compensate, and supervise at least 50 high school students to work in public and public charter
high schools as sexual health educators (“student health educators”).
“(2) To qualify for the grant established by this subsection, an applicant shall
include in its application:
“(A) A list of at least 8 public or public charter school high schools, with a
preference for schools located in Wards 5, 7, or 8, with whom the applicant intends to partner;
“(B) The number of student health educators the applicant plans to hire,
train, compensate, and supervise;
“(C) The types of interventions the applicant will train student health
educators to perform, including classroom presentations on pregnancy prevention, condom
distribution, and referrals to sexually transmitted infection testing centers, and target numbers for
each intervention type;
“(D) Confirmation that the applicant is based in the District;
“(E) Demonstrated experience providing programming to youth ages 14 to
21 related to sexual and reproductive health; and
“(F) A commitment to provide quarterly reports to the Department that
shall include:
“(i) A list of public and public charter high school students
working as student health educators;
“(ii) A list of interventions performed by student health educators
and how many students were reached by each intervention;
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“(iv) A list of the training topics that were covered during the
reporting period; and
“(v) Progress made on objectives and benchmarks identified in the
grant agreement.”.
SUBTITLE V. TOBACCO USE CESSATION INITIATIVES
Sec. 5211. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Tobacco Use Cessation Initiatives Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5212. The Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of 2001, effective
October 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-28, D.C. Official Code § 7-731 et seq), is amended by adding a
new section 4907d to read as follows:
“Sec. 4907d. Tobacco Use Cessation Fund.
“(a) There is established as a special fund the Tobacco Use Cessation Fund (“Fund”),
which shall be administered by the Department of Health in accordance with subsection (c) of
this section.
“(b) There shall be deposited into the Fund:
“(1) Such funds as may be appropriated for that purpose; and
“(2) Beginning in Fiscal Year 2025, 50% of the amounts, less attorneys’ fees,
received by the District in the settlement of District of Columbia v. JUUL Labs Inc., Superior
Court of the District of Columbia Case No. 2019 CA 007795 B (“Settlement Funds”).
“(c) Money in the Fund shall be used for the following purposes:
“(1) Investigators, including youth associates, to attempt vaping purchases;
“(2) Social media countermarketing campaign featuring District youth;
“(3) Developing and conducting a bi-annual survey on District youth use of
vaping products;
“(4) Educating District youth on health risks associated with vaping and tobacco
use, skills to prevent use and support cessation, and shifting social norms around vaping and
tobacco use; and
“(5)(A) Developing a bi-annual report detailing how the Settlement Funds
allocated to the Department have been spent and providing updated data from the survey
required in paragraph (3) of this subsection and other relevant sources on District youth use of
vaping products.
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“(d)(1) The money deposited into the Fund but not expended in a fiscal year shall not
revert to the unassigned fund balance of the General Fund of the District of Columbia at the end
of a fiscal year, or at any other time.
“(2) Subject to authorization in an approved budget and financial plan, any funds
appropriated in the Fund shall be continually available without regard to fiscal year limitation.”.
Sec. 5213. Section 47-2402(l) of the District of Columbia Official Code is repealed.
SUBTITLE W. HOME VISITING REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY
Sec. 5221. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Home Visiting Medicaid Reimbursement
Eligibility Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5222. Section 111 of the Birth-to-Three for All DC Amendment Act of 2018,
effective March 23, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-142; D.C. Official Code § 4-651.11), is amended
as follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the date “January 1, 2025” and inserting the
date “July 1, 2025” in its place.
(b) Subsection (b)(1) is amended by striking the date “December 31, 2024” and inserting
the date “March 31, 2025” in its place.
(c) Subsection (c)(3) is amended as follows:
(1) Subparagraph (C) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
(2) Subparagraph (D) is amended by striking the period and inserting the phrase “;
and” in its place.
(3) A new subparagraph (E) is added to read as follows:
“(E) Employs registered nurses as home visitors.”.
Sec. 5223. Section 3 of the Home Visiting Services Reimbursement Amendment Act of
2024, effective March 23, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-142; 71 DCR 1474), is repealed.
SUBTITLE X. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES GRANT
Sec. 5231. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “DHS Grant Congressional Review Emergency Act of
2024”.
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Sec. 5232. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), beginning in Fiscal Year
2025 and on a recurring basis thereafter, the Department of Human Services shall award a grant
of $200,000 to an organization located in the District that serves homeless youth and that
administers a housing and support services program for otherwise homeless mothers, ages 18 to
21, and their children.
Sec. 5233. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the
Department of Human Services shall issue a grant of $150,000 to A Wider Circle to support its
work providing furniture and home goods to low-income individuals and families.
SUBTITLE Y. DC HEALTH GRANT
Sec. 5241. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Ronald McDonald House Support Congressional
Review Emergency Grant Act of 2024”.
Sec. 5242. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025 the
Department of Health shall issue a grant of $80,000 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of
Greater Washington, DC, Inc. for the Build for Love Impact Fund, which supports a range of
services, including accommodation for hundreds of families being treated at District of Columbia
hospitals.
TITLE VI. OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
SUBTITLE A. UNCLAIMED DEPOSITS FOR EXCAVATION WORK IN THE
PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY
Sec. 6001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Unclaimed Deposits for Excavation Work
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6002. The Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act of 2021, effective November
13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code § 41-151.01 et seq.), is amended by adding a new
section 7093a to read as follows:
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“(b) The Mayor shall establish, by rule, the standards and procedures for determining:
“(1) Whether and when an unclaimed deposit for excavation work in public space
will be considered abandoned; and
“(2) The custody and ownership of an unclaimed deposit for excavation work in
public space.”.
Sec. 6003. Section 3405.9 of Title 24 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations
(24 DCMR § 3405.9) is amended to read as follows:
“3405.9 Unclaimed Deposits.
“(a) If a Permittee or its assigns does not claim a deposit under subsection 3405.5 within
thirty (30) days after the expiration of the two (2) year period referenced in subsection 3405.5,
the Director shall notify the Permittee or its assign at the Permittee’s or assign’s last known
address of record of the unclaimed deposit. If the Permittee or assign has not claimed the deposit
within one (1) year after the expiration of the two (2) year period referenced in subsection
3405.5, the unclaimed deposit shall be deemed forfeited.
“(b) In addition to providing the notices required by paragraph (a) of this subsection, the
Director shall maintain a website or database accessible by the public and electronically
searchable that contains the name of each Permittee or assign for whom a deposit is being held
by the Director.”.
SUBTITLE B. RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO STANDARD
Sec. 6011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6012. Section 4 of the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Act of 2004, effective
April 12, 2005 (D.C. Law 15-340; D.C. Official Code § 34-1432), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(1) Designate the existing text as paragraph (1).
(2) Add new paragraphs (2) and (3) to read as follows:
“(2) The standard shall not apply to electricity sold to the District of Columbia
government, not including independent agencies, authorities, or instrumentalities, beginning
January 1, 2024, and ending September 30, 2028.
“(3) The District of Columbia government shall not purchase renewable energy
credits that do not meet the requirements of the standard until the electricity sold to the District
of Columbia government is in compliance with the standard.”.
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“(3) Any solar energy system that is not located within the District or in a location
served by a distribution feeder serving the District and that was certified as eligible to produce
renewable energy credits meeting the solar requirement of the renewable energy portfolio
standard by the Commission prior to February 1, 2011, shall be decertified by the Commission
effective January 1, 2025.”.
Sec. 6013. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of January 1, 2024.
SUBTITLE C. VISION ZERO PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY FUND
Sec. 6021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Vision Zero Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Fund
Establishment Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6022. Section 9l(a) of the Department of Transportation Establishment Act of 2002,
effective October 22, 2015 (D.C. Law 21-36; D.C. Official Code § 50-921.20(a)), is amended by
striking the phrase “the Director of DDOT” and inserting the phrase “the Deputy Mayor for
Operations and Infrastructure” in its place.
SUBTITLE D. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL THIRD -PARTY REVIEW
Sec. 6031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Water Pollution Control Third-Party Review
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6032. The Water Pollution Control Act of 1984, effective March 16, 1985 (D.C.
Law 5-188, D.C. Official Code § 8-103.01 et seq.), is amended by adding a new section 7a to
read as follows:
“Sec. 7a. Third-party reviews and inspections.
“(a) The Mayor may:
(1) Certify and allow qualified third parties to:
(A) Review permit applications, including assessments, studies, plans, and
proposals;
(B) Certify their compliance with this act; and
(C) Inspect work performed subject to a permit issued pursuant to this act;
and
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“(1) Establish minimum qualification requirements for third parties, standards for
the selection of third parties, and other matters related to the administration and oversight of third
parties; and
“(2) Ensure that a third party does not have a conflict of interest that could
potentially affect the objectivity or reliability of its reviews or inspections.
“(c)(1)(A) An individual or entity that has served in any capacity as a third-party permit
application reviewer for a project shall not be eligible to serve as a third-party inspector for any
component of the project.
“(B) The prohibition set forth in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph shall
also apply to affiliates of the individual or entity that performed the third-party permit
application review.
“(2)(A) An individual or entity that has or will perform any work on a project
shall not be eligible to serve as a third-party application reviewer for the project or as a third-
party inspector for any component of the project.
“(B) The prohibition set forth in subparagraph (A) of this paragraph shall
also apply to affiliates of the individual or entity that has performed the work.
“(d)(1) A third-party reviewer or inspector for a project shall not:
“(A) Be controlled by the project owner or any individual or entity with an
ownership interest in the project;
“(B) Have served as an advisor or consultant to the project;
“(C) Have any contractual relationship with the permittee, project owner,
general contractor, construction manager, subcontractor, or other person who has performed
work on the project or permit application; and
“(D) Enter into a contract for services if the third-party reviewer or
inspector determines that there may be a conflict with the standards set forth in this section.
“(2) A third-party reviewer or inspector for a project shall disclose any potential
conflicts of interest that may arise at any time between the third-party reviewer or inspector and
the project or parties connected to the project.
“(e) The Department of Energy and Environment shall resolve disputes on conflict
matters, and the agency’s decision shall be final.
“(f) A certification to serve as a third-party reviewer or inspector may be revoked by the
Department of Energy and Environment for failure to comply with a requirement of this section
or a rule implementing this section.
“(g) This section shall not be construed to cancel or set aside any provision of this act or
to relieve any person of any obligation or liability otherwise existing under law.
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individual or entity may hire a third-party reviewer or inspector to perform a review or
inspection authorized by this section.
“(2) The Department of Energy and Environment may charge a fee for the use of
the online platform by an individual or entity and by a third-party reviewer or inspector, which
shall not exceed 5% of the total cost of the third-party review or inspection plus the cost of any
credit card processing fees, automated clearing house processing fees, or other processing fees.
Fees charged pursuant to this subsection shall be deposited in the Soil Erosion and Sediment
Control Fund established by section 10c.”.
SUBTITLE E. GREENER GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS
Sec. 6041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Greener Government Buildings Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6042. The Green Building Act of 2006, effective March 8, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-234;
D.C. Official Code § 6-1451.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 2 (D.C. Official Code § 6-1451.01) is amended by adding a new paragraph
(40A) to read as follows:
“(40A) “Temporary structure” means trailers and modular spaces.”.
(b) Section 3(a)(2)(D) (D.C. Official Code § 6-1451.02(a)(2)(D)) is amended to read as
follows:
“(D) Maintain net zero energy compliance unless the project is for the
installation of temporary structures.”.
SUBTITLE F. DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECT S
Sec. 6051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “District Department of Transportation Projects
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6052. Section 47-362(i) of the District of Columbia Official Code is repealed.
Sec. 6053. The Department of Transportation Establishment Act of 2002, effective May
21, 2002 (D.C. Law 14-137; D.C. Official Code § 50-921.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 3(c)(1) (D.C. Official Code § 50-921.02(c)(1)) is amended by striking the
phrase “including safety objectives” and inserting the phrase “including safety objectives and to
support streateries and the streatery program” in its place.
(b) Section 9m(c) (D.C. Official Code § 50-921.21(c)) is repealed.
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(1) Paragraph (1) is repealed.
(2) Paragraph (2) is repealed.
(3) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
(4) Paragraph (4) is amended by striking the phrase “For Fiscal Year 2027” and
inserting the phrase “For Fiscal Year 2029” in its place.
(d) Section 9s (D.C. Official Code § 50–921.27), is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(3) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (E) is amended by striking the phrase “; or” and
inserting a semicolon in its place.
(B) Subparagraph (F) is amended by striking the period and inserting the
phrase “; or” in its place.
(C) A new subparagraph (G) is added to read as follows:
“(G) A bicycle helmet.”.
(2) Subsection (c)(1)(D)(ii) is amended by striking the phrase “disability, or a
bicycle lock within the last 4 years” and inserting the phrase “disability, a bicycle lock, or a
bicycle helmet within the last 4 years” in its place.
Sec. 6054. Section 905(b) of the Fiscal Year 1997 Budget Support Act of 1996, effective
December 3, 2020 (D.C. Law 23-149; D.C. Official Code § 50-2209.05(b)), is repealed.
Sec. 6055. Section 6092(a) of the Foundry Branch Trolley Trestle Plan Act of 2023,
effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; 70 DCR 10366), is amended by striking the
phrase “In Fiscal Year 2024” and inserting the phrase “In Fiscal Year 2024 or Fiscal Year 2025”
in its place.
Sec. 6056. Any money in the Vision Zero Enhancement Omnibus Amendment Act
Implementation Fund, established by section 9q of the Department of Transportation
Establishment Act of 2002, effective November 13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code §
50-921.25), shall, as of the applicability date of this subtitle, be transferred to the unrestricted
fund balance of the General Fund of the District of Columbia.
Sec. 6057. Beginning July 1, 2024, and monthly thereafter until September 30, 2026, the
Director of the District Department of Transportation (“DDOT”) shall submit to the Council
committee with jurisdiction over DDOT a report describing the following with respect to the
termination of the DC Circulator program (“Circulator”):
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(2) The status of discussions between the Executive and other agencies or entities,
including WMATA, labor organizations representing WMATA or Circulator contractor
personnel, and the Circulator contractor, regarding the termination and potential transition;
(3) The status of the transition of DDOT and Circulator personnel to other
agencies and entities, including:
(A) Monthly hiring, separations, and vacancy numbers for personnel for
Circulator operations for DDOT, the Circulator contractor, WMATA, and any other DDOT or
Circulator contractor involved in Circulator operations;
(B) A timeline for personnel transitions and the recruiting activities of the
Circulator contractor;
(C) Consideration of seniority in terminations and hiring; and
(D) Decisions made around personnel benefits and accrued leave;
(4) A map of service gaps before and after the Circulator’s termination, including
the impact of service gaps on riders with disabilities;
(5) Planning and cost estimates for WMATA to adopt a Circulator route or a
portion of a route to fill a gap in service created by the termination of the Circulator;
(6) Planning for the use and transition of Circulator infrastructure, including fleet
and capital facilities;
(7) Anticipated costs associated with the Circulator termination, including costs
related to the contract between DDOT and the Circulator contractor, and which entity will
assume those costs;
(8) Communications planning for Circulator and WMATA riders about changes
in service, including opportunities for participation and feedback from riders and the disability
community; and
(9) A description of service levels, hours of operation, and ridership for each
Circulator line during that month, including a percentage of how often those lines meet the
Circulator’s goal of 10-minute headways.
Sec. 6058. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE G. CLEAN CURBS PILOT PROGRAM
Sec. 6061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Clean Curbs Pilot Program Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6062. The Clean Curbs Pilot Program Act of 2023, effective September 6, 2023
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Sec. 6063. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE H. MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX
Sec. 6071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6072. Section 6(j) of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, approved March 3,
1925 (43 Stat. 1121; D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.03(j)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (3)(J) is repealed.
(b) A new paragraph (4) is added to read as follows:
“(4) The Department of Motor Vehicles shall publish and maintain publicly
available information to help residents understand vehicle excise tax rates and how they might
affect the cost of obtaining a title in the District.”.
Sec. 6073. The tabular array set forth in subsection 401.19 of Title 18 of the District of
Columbia Municipal Regulations (18 DCMR § 401.19) is amended to read as follows:
“ Unladen vehicle
weight
20 mpg
or less
21–25
mpg
26–30
mpg
31–39
mpg
40 mpg
or more
Electric
vehicle
3,499 lbs. or less 9.0% 5.0% 3.1% 2.2% 1.5% 1.0%
3,500–4,999 lbs. 10.0% 6.0% 4.1% 3.2% 2.5% 2.0%
5,000 lbs. or more 11.0% 7.0% 5.1% 4.2% 3.5% 3.0%
”.
SUBTITLE I. STRENGTHENING TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION,
AND RESPONSIBILITY CLARIFICATION
Sec. 6081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Strengthening Traffic Enforcement, Education, and
Responsibility Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6082. The Strengthening Traffic Enforcement, Education, and Responsibility
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(a) Amendatory section 9a of the Motor Vehicle Services Fees and Driver Education
Support Act of 1982, effective April 20, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-161; D.C. Official Code § 50-
1405.02), in section 2 is amended to read as follows:
“Sec. 9a. Safe-driving course; waiver of fines and points for completion of course.
“(a) The Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”) shall develop and administer a safe-
driving curriculum composed of different courses related to safe-driving practices and traffic
regulations.
“(b)(1) The DMV may waive the following based on an individual’s participation in, and
completion of, courses developed pursuant to subsection (a) of this section:
“(A) Outstanding fines for violations of section 9 of the District of
Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, approved March 3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1123; D.C. Official Code § 50-
2201.04);
“(B) Outstanding points assessed against a driver under section 13 of the
District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, approved March 3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1125; D.C. Official
Code § 50-1403.01); or
“(C) Outstanding points assessed against a vehicle for the purposes of
determining if it is an immobilization-eligible vehicle as described in section 2(8B)(C) of the
District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, approved March 3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1119; D.C. Official
Code § 50-2201.02(8B)(C)).
“(2) Waivers for fines under paragraph (1)(A) of this subsection shall be provided
at a rate of $100 per hour of participation in a completed course; provided, that the DMV shall
not waive more than $500 per individual in any consecutive 12-month period.
“(3) Waiver for points under paragraph (1)(B) or (C) of this subsection shall be
provided at a rate of 1 point per hour of participation in a completed course; provided, that the
DMV shall not waive more than 5 points under either subparagraph, combined, per individual in
any consecutive 12-month period.”.
(b) Amendatory section 38 of the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act of the District
of Columbia, approved May 25, 1954 (68 Stat. 131; D.C. Official Code § 50-1301.38), in section
3(f) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(3) is amended by striking the phrase “a $100 reinstatement fee”
and inserting the phrase “a $98, or another amount established by the Mayor by rule,
reinstatement fee” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (c) is redesignated as subsection (b).
(c) Section 4 is amended as follows:
(1) Amendatory section 2(8B)(C) of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925,
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(a)(2) is amended by striking the phrased “has assessed 10” and inserting the phrase “has
assessed, against said vehicle, 10” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) is amended to read as follows:
“(b) Section 6 (D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.03) is amended as follows:
“(1) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
“(A) Paragraph (5) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting
a semicolon in its place.
“(B) Paragraph (6) is amended by striking the period and inserting the
phrase “; and” in its place.
“(C) A new paragraph (7) is added to read as follows:
““(7)(A) The immobilization and impoundment of immobilization-eligible
vehicles; and
““(B) The removal of an immobilization device from an immobilization-
eligible vehicle or the release of an immobilization-eligible vehicle from impoundment.”.
“(2) Subsection (k) is amended as follows:
“(A) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
““(1) The Mayor and the United States Park Police may take the following actions
against an immobilization-eligible vehicle:
““(A) Remove the vehicle, through towing or other means, and transport
the vehicle to any place designated by the Mayor for impoundment; or
““(B) Immobilize the vehicle using an immobilization device.”.
“(B) Paragraph (5) is amended by striking the period and inserting the
phrase “; provided, that in the case of an immobilization or impoundment made pursuant to
section 2(8B)(C), the owners shall also provide evidence of completion of a safe-driving course
created pursuant to section 9a(a) of the Motor Vehicle Services Fees and Driver Education
Support Act of 1982, effective April 20, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-161; D.C. Official Code § 50-
1405.02(a)).” in its place.”.
(3) Amendatory section 9(g)(4)(B) of the of the District of Columbia Traffic Act,
1925, approved March 3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1119; D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.04(g)(4)(B)), in
subsection (c) is amended by striking the phrase “been with, the” and inserting the phrase “been
complied with, the” in its place.
(4) Amendatory section 10a of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925,
effective April 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 13-238; D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.05a), in subsection (d)
is amended as follows:
(A) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(i) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “covered
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(ii) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) For whom the DMV has obtained a record of:
“(A) Conviction for an offense requiring enrollment as a condition of
reinstatement pursuant to section 38(a)(4) of the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act of the
District of Columbia, approved May 25, 1954 (68 Stat, 130; D.C, Official Code § 50-
1301.38(a)(4)); or
“(B) An administrative finding of liability, issued by another state or
territorial agency responsible for issuing driver’s licenses, for a covered offense.”.
(B) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(i) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(I) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the phrase
“has 10 business” and inserting the phrase “has 15 business” in its place.
(II) Subparagraph (C) is amended to read as follows:
“(C) Failure to request a hearing within 15 business days shall result in the
revocation of the person’s license; except, that the person may receive a restricted license if they
are enrolled in the Ignition Interlock Program; and”.
(ii) Paragraph (2) is amended as follows:
(I) Subparagraphs (B), (C), and (D) are redesignated as
subparagraphs (C), (D), and (E), respectively.
(II) A new subparagraph (B) is added to read as follows:
“(B) The make, model, and tag number of the vehicle operated during the
violation;”.
(C) Subsection (d) is amended as follows:
(i) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “within 10
business days” and inserting the phrase “within 15 business days” in its place.
(ii) Paragraph (2)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “by
certified mail to” and inserting the phrase “by mail to” in its place.
(D) Subsection (e) is amended as follows:
(i) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “from
the Metropolitan Police Department as” and inserting the phrase “from any law enforcement
agency as” in its place.
(ii) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “within 10
business” both times it appears and inserting the phrase “within 15 business” in its place.
(iii) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “within 10
business” and inserting the phrase “within 15 business” in its place.
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shall determine whether, by clear and convincing evidence, the person committed a covered
offense.
“(2) If the DMV determines that the person committed the covered offense at
issue, the DMV shall revoke the person’s license and require the person to enroll in the Ignition
Interlock Program for the periods described in subsection (h) of this section as a condition for
obtaining and maintaining a restricted license.
“(3) If the DMV determines that the person did not commit the covered offense at
issue, the DMV shall not take any action on the person’s license.”.
(F) Subsection (g) is amended as follows:
(i) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Upon receipt of notice of a person who must enroll in the Ignition Interlock
Program due to a conviction pursuant to subsection (b)(2) of this section, the DMV shall revoke
the person’s license and require the person to enroll in the Ignition Interlock Program for the
periods described in subsection (h) of this section as a condition for obtaining and maintaining a
restricted license.”.
(ii) Paragraph (2)(B)(ii) is amended by striking the phrase “by
certified mail to” and inserting the phrase “by mail to” in its place.
(G) Subsection (h) is amended by to read as follows:
“(h)(1) A person’s license shall remain revoked, and a person’s enrollment in the Ignition
Interlock Program shall remain a condition for obtaining and maintaining a restricted license
pursuant to subsection (f)(2) or subsection (g)(1) of this section, for the following periods:
“(A) For the first commission of a covered offense or conviction requiring
enrollment, one year;
“(B) For the second commission of a covered offense or conviction
requiring enrollment, 2 years; and
“(C) For the third or subsequent commission of a covered offense or
conviction requiring enrollment, 3 years.
“(2) The DMV shall consider both previous commissions of a covered offense
and previous convictions requiring enrollment under subsection (b) of this section when
computing the period of enrollment required by paragraph (1) of this subsection.
“(3) When determining whether a person has been enrolled in the Ignition
Interlock Program for the period required by paragraph (1) of this subsection, the DMV shall
give credit to the person for any time spent enrolled in that program, prior to the person’s
conviction, for the same conduct that is the basis of the conviction for which the person is
required to enroll in the program.”.
(H) Subsection (i) is amended by striking the phrase “subsection (f)(3)(A)
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(I) Subsection (j) is amended to read as follows:
“(j) If a person fails to comply with the Ignition Interlock Program’s requirements as
described in subsection (i) of this section, the DMV may:
“(1) Suspend the person’s restricted license for a period determined by the DMV
and, following the period of suspension, permit the person to re-enroll in the Ignition Interlock
Program;
“(2) Revoke the person’s restricted license and prohibit the person from re-
enrolling in the Ignition Interlock Program; or
“(3) Impose a civil fine on the person.”.
(5) Amendatory section 10a-1 of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925,
effective April 20, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-161; D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.05a), in subsection (e)
is amended as follows:
(A) Subsection (b)(2)(B)(ii) is amended by striking the phrase “by
certified mail to” and inserting the phrase “by mail to” in its place.
(B) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) A person’s license shall remain revoked pursuant to subsection (b)(1)(C) of this
section, and a person’s enrollment in the Intelligent Speed Assistance Program shall remain a
condition for obtaining and maintain a restricted license pursuant to subsection (b)(1)(A) of this
section, for the following periods:
“(1) For the first commission of a covered offense or conviction requiring
enrollment, one year;
“(2) For the second commission of a covered offense or conviction requiring
enrollment, 2 years; and
“(3) For the third or subsequent commission of a covered offense or conviction
requiring enrollment, 3 years.”.
(C) Subsection (e) is amended to read as follows:
“(e) If a person fails to comply with the Intelligent Speed Assistance Program’s
requirements as described in subsection (d) of this section, the DMV may:
“(1) Suspend the person’s restricted license for a period determined by the DMV
and, following the period of suspension, permit the person to re-enroll in the Intelligent Speed
Assistance Program;
“(2) Revoke the person’s restricted license and prohibit the person from re-
enrolling in the Intelligent Speed Assistance Program; or
“(3) Impose a civil fine on the person.”.
(6) Amendatory section 13 of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925,
approved March 3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1125; D.C. Official Code § 50-1403.01), in subsection (f) is
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“Sec. 13. Department of Motor Vehicles’ authority to establish a point system and to
restrict, suspend, or revoke driving privileges for good cause; reciprocity; penalties,
“(a)(1) The DMV may assess points against drivers based on convictions or sustained
notices of infractions related to the operation of a motor vehicle and suspend, revoke, or modify
a person’s driving privileges based on the accumulation of points within a certain time period.
“(2) The DMV shall issue rules to provide a driver with reasonable notice of, and
a meaningful opportunity to respond to, any proposed suspension, revocation, or modification of
driving privileges based on the authority granted in paragraph (1) of this section.
“(b) In addition to any other authority provided under District law, the DMV may for
good cause:
“(1) Suspend or revoke a person’s license; or
“(2) Suspend or revoke a nonresident person’s privilege to operate a motor
vehicle in the District of Columbia.
“(c)(1) Prior to taking any action pursuant subsection (b) of this section, the DMV shall:
“(A) Provide notice to the person:
“(i) That the DMV is seeking to take one of the actions described
in subsection (b) of this section;
“(ii) Of the DMV’s rationale for taking the proposed action;
“(iii) That the person has 15 business days from the time of notice
to submit a written request with the DMV to review the proposed action; and
“(iv) That failure to submit a written request for review within 15
business days shall result in the proposed action being taken.
“(B) In cases where the DMV is seeking to revoke a nonresident person’s
privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District of Columbia as described in subsection (b)(2)
of this section, notify the state or territorial agency that has issued the nonresident person’s
license.
“(2) For the purposes of this subsection, the person shall be considered to have
been provided notice upon receipt of a letter containing the information described in paragraph
(1)(A) of this subsection that is either:
“(A) Hand delivered to the person; or
“(B) Delivered by mail to the address listed on the person’s license.
“(d) The DMV shall suspend the license and registrations of a District resident if:
“(1) The DMV receives a certification from any state that it has suspended or
revoked the operating privilege of that District resident; and
“(2) The suspension or revocation was based on a conviction for, or a forfeiture of
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“(e) Any restriction, suspension, or revocation of a license imposed under this section
shall be for a period determined by the DMV but shall not exceed 5 years.
“(f) This section shall be subject to the requirements of the District of Columbia
Administrative Procedure Act, approved October 21, 1968 (82 Stat. 1204; D.C. Official Code §
2–501 et seq.).
“(g) An individual found guilty of operating a motor vehicle in the District during the
period for which the individual’s license is revoked or suspended, or for which his right to
operate is suspended or revoked, shall, for each such offense, be fined no more than the amount
set forth in section 101 of the Criminal Fine Proportionality Amendment Act of 2012, effective
June 11, 2013 (D.C. Law 19-317; D.C. Official Code § 22-3571.01), or incarcerated for no more
than one year, or both.”.
(d) Section 6 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) Section 3d(d-1) (D.C. Official Code § 50-2206.13(d-1)) is amended to read as
follows:
““(d-1)(1) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, and notwithstanding section
10a of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, effective April 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 13-238;
D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.05a), and section 38 of the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility
Act of the District of Columbia, approved May 25, 1954 (68 Stat. 131; D.C. Official Code § 50-
1301.38), any person convicted of violating any provision of section 3b, section 3c, or a
substantially similar law in another state, when the person has been convicted of 2 prior offenses
under section 3b, 3c, 3e, or a substantially similar law in another state, within the past 5 years,
shall have their driver’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District of
Columbia revoked until the Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”) reinstates the person’s
driver's license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District as described in paragraph
(4) of this subsection.
““(2) The sentencing judge shall, upon conviction in the Superior Court of the
District of Columbia for an offense requiring revocation as described in paragraph (1) of this
subsection, order the revocation of the defendant’s driver’s license or privilege to operate a
motor vehicle in the District of Columbia until the DMV reinstates the person’s driver's license
or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District as described in paragraph (4) of this
subsection, and transmit a copy of that order to the agency that issued the driver’s license or
privilege to operate a motor vehicle.
““(3) The DMV shall, upon receipt of an order revoking a defendant’s license or
privilege to operate a motor vehicle pursuant to paragraph (2) of this subsection, or receipt of any
other record of conviction requiring revocation pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection,
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““(4) A person whose driver's license or privilege to operate in the District was
revoked pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection may, after 5 years from the date of
revocation, apply to the DMV for reinstatement. Upon receipt of an application, the DMV may
reinstate the person’s driver’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District for
good cause shown.
““(5) The DMV shall:
““(A) On January 1, 2025, and monthly thereafter submit a report to the
Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the Office of the Attorney General listing the
revocations of a driver’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle that the DMV has
completed pursuant to paragraph (3) of this subsection or section 3f(c-1)(3) since the most recent
report submitted pursuant to this subparagraph; and
““(B) On January 1, 2025, and every 6 months thereafter, submit to the
Council committee with oversight of the DMV a report listing the number of revocations of a
driver’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle that the DMV has completed pursuant to
paragraph (3) of this subsection or section 3f(c-1)(3) since the most recent report submitted
pursuant to this subparagraph; provided, that the report submitted pursuant to this subparagraph
shall not include any personally identifying information.”.”.
(2) Amendatory section 3f(c-1)(1) of the Anti-Drunk Driving Act of 1982,
effective April 27, 2013 (D.C. Law 19-266; D.C. Official Code § 50-2206.15(c-1)(1)), in
subsection (b) is amended to read as follows:
“(c-1)(1) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, and notwithstanding section
10a of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, effective April 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 13-238;
D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.05a), and section 38 of the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility
Act of the District of Columbia, approved May 25, 1954 (68 Stat. 131; D.C. Official Code § 50-
1301.38), any person convicted of violating any provision of section 3e or a substantially similar
law in another state, when the person has been convicted of 2 prior offenses under section 3b, 3c,
3e, or a substantially similar law in another state, within the past 5 years, shall have their driver’s
license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District of Columbia revoked until the
Department of Motor Vehicles (“DMV”) reinstates the person’s driver's license or privilege to
operate a motor vehicle in the District as described in paragraph (3) of this subsection.
“(2) The sentencing judge shall, upon conviction in the Superior Court of the
District of Columbia for an offense requiring revocation as described in paragraph (1) of this
subsection, order the revocation of the defendant’s driver’s license or privilege to operate a
motor vehicle in the District of Columbia until the DMV reinstates the person’s driver's license
or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District as described in paragraph (3) of this
subsection, and transmit a copy of that order to the agency that issued the driver’s license or
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“(3) The DMV shall, upon receipt of an order revoking a defendant’s license or
privilege to operate a motor vehicle pursuant to paragraph (2) of this subsection, or receipt of any
other record of conviction requiring revocation pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection,
revoke the defendant’s driver’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle within 15 business
days.
“(4) A person whose driver's license or privilege to operate in the District was
revoked pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection may, after 5 years from the date of
revocation, apply to the DMV for reinstatement. Upon receipt of an application, the DMV may
reinstate the person’s driver's license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle in the District for
good cause shown.”.
(e) Section 8 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “This act shall apply upon
the date of inclusion of its” and inserting the phrase “Sections 2, 3, 4(a), (b), (d), and (f), 5, and 6
of this act shall apply upon the date of inclusion of their” in its place.
(2) Subsection (c)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “this act” and inserting the
phrase “the provisions identified in subsection (a) of this section” in its place.
SUBTITLE J. VEHICLE BOOT COST PARITY
Sec.6091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Boot Removal Penalty Cost Parity Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6092. Section 6032(a) of the Boot Damage and Removal Penalty Act of 2022,
effective September 21, 2022 (D.C. Law 24-167, D.C. Official Code § 50-2638(a)), is amended
by striking the phrase “at least $750” and inserting the phrase “no less than $900” in its place.
Sec. 6093. Section 6(k)(4) of the District of Columbia Traffic Act, 1925, approved March
3, 1925 (43 Stat. 1121; D.C. Official Code § 50-2201.03(k)(4)), is amended to read as follows:
“(4) The owner of an immobilized vehicle shall be subject to a booting fee of no
less than $100 for such immobilization.”.
SUBTITLE K. TAXICAB RATE STRUCTURE
Sec. 6101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Taxicab Rate Structure Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6102. The Department of For-Hire Vehicles Establishment Act of 1985, effective
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(a) Section 4(16) (D.C. Official Code § 50-301.03(16)) is amended by striking the phrase
“to exceed” and inserting the phrase “less than” in its place.
(b) Section 20a(1) (D.C. Official Code § 50-301.20(a)(1)) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Funds collected from a passenger surcharge; except, that for Fiscal Years
2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028, 50% of funds collected from the passenger surcharge shall instead
be deposited into the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of the District of Columbia;”.
(c) The lead-in language of section 20l(b)(11A)(A) (D.C. Official Code § 50-
301.31(b)(11A)(A)) is amended by striking the phrase “congestion management fee” and
inserting the phrase “low-emission incentive fee” in its place.
SUBTITLE L. SECURITIES AND BANKING REGULATORY FUND
TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT
Sec. 6111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Securities and Banking Regulatory Trust Fund
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6112. Section 8(b-2)(3)(B) of the Department of Insurance and Securities Regulation
Establishment Act of 1996, effective May 21, 1997 (D.C. Law 11-268; D.C. Official Code § 31-
107(b-2)(3)(B)), is amended by striking the phrase “amount of $11.63 million.” and inserting the
phrase “amount of $12.63 million.” in its place.
SUBTITLE M. DOEE GRANT
Sec. 6121. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Department of Energy and the Environment Grant
Congressional Review Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6122. Notwithstanding the Grant Administration Act of 2013, effective December
24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code § 1-328.11 et seq.), in Fiscal Year 2025, the
Department of Energy and the Environment shall issue a grant of $200,000 to City Wildlife to
support its wildlife rescue and rehabilitation work.
SUBTITLE N. SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRUST FUND UTILIZATION
Sec. 6131. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Reversing the Defunding of Our Climate Equity
Commitments Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6132. Section 210 of the Clean and Affordable Energy Act of 2008, effective
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(a) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (E) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and
inserting a semicolon in its place.
(B) Subparagraph (F) is amended by striking the phrase “2024 and each
fiscal year thereafter.” and inserting the phrase “2024; and” in its place.
(C) New subparagraphs (H), (I), and (J) are added to read as follows:
“(H) The amount of $.1061 in fiscal year 2025;
“(I) The amount of $.1098 in fiscal year 2026; and
“(J) The amount of $.1172 in fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year
thereafter.”.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (S) is amended by striking the figure “$.0049001” and
inserting the figure “$.00651” in its place.
(B) Subparagraph (T) is amended by striking the figure “$.0054001” and
inserting the figure “$.00691” in its place.
(C) Subparagraph (U) is amended by striking the figure “$.0059001” and
inserting the figure “$.00721” in its place.
(b) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “equal to 10% of the
authorized contract level in that fiscal year” and inserting the phrase “not to exceed 10% of total
Sustainable Energy Trust Fund revenues collected or 10% of the authorized contract level in that
fiscal year, whichever is greater” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (13) is amended by striking the phrase “section 301 of the
CleanEnergy Act” and inserting the phrase “section 301 of the CleanEnergy Act; provided, that
no money shall be transferred from the Sustainable Energy Trust Fund to the Department of
General Services under this paragraph in Fiscal Year 2024 through Fiscal Year 2028” in its
place.
(3) Paragraph (16) is amended as follows:
(A) The existing text is designated as subparagraph (A).
(B) Newly designated subparagraph (A) is amended as follows:
(i) Strike the phrase “In Fiscal Years 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025”
and insert the phrase “In Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023” in its place.
(ii) Strike the phrase “in Fiscal Years 2020 through 2025” and
insert the phrase “in Fiscal Years 2020 through 2023” in its place.
(C) A new subparagraph (B) is added to read as follows:
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that funding for such transfers is included in an approved budget and financial plan; provided
further, that the total amount of money transferred to the Green Finance Authority from the
Sustainable Energy Trust Fund in Fiscal Years 2025 through 2028 shall not exceed $60
million;”.
(4) Paragraph (23) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
(5) Paragraph (24) is amended by striking the period and inserting the phrase “;
and” in its place.
(6) A new paragraph (25) is added to read as follows:
“(25) For Fiscal Year 2024 through Fiscal Year 2028, the purchase of wind or
solar energy from the PJM interconnection region by the District government through a power
purchase agreement and the purchase of other energy for the District government; provided, that
the amount used for this purpose shall not exceed the following thresholds:
“(A) For Fiscal Year 2024, $17,300,000;
“(B) For Fiscal Year 2025, $30,916,329;
“(C) For Fiscal Year 2026, $28,891,770;
“(D) For Fiscal Year 2027, $28,842,651; and
“(E) For Fiscal Year 2028, $28,609,863.”.
Sec. 6133. Applicability.
Section 6132(b) of this subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
SUBTITLE O. DISTILLERY FEES ADJUSTMENT
Sec. 6141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Distillery Permit Fees Adjustment Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 6142. The tabular array set forth in section 25-503 of the District of Columbia
Official Code is amended by striking the phrase “Manufacturer’s license, class A. (distillery)
$6,000” and inserting the phrase “Manufacturer’s license, class A. (distillery) $5,000” in its
place.
TITLE VII. FINANCE AND REVENUE
SUBTITLE A. COMBINED REPORTING
Sec. 7001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Combined Reporting Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 7002. Chapter 18 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) The table of contents is amended by adding a new section designation to read as
follows:
“47-1805.02b. Transition from the Joyce method of apportionment to the Finnigan
method of apportionment.”.
(b) A new section 47-1805.02b is added to read as follows:
Ҥ 47-1805.02b. Transition from the Joyce method of apportionment to the Finnigan
method of apportionment.
“For tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, a combined group of entities will be
treated as one taxpayer for purposes of sourcing unitary receipts, as required by this chapter, and
the apportionment factor attributes in the numerator, as required by this chapter, will be derived
from all the members of the combined group, regardless of whether a member has nexus with the
District of Columbia.”.
SUBTITLE B. EXCESS CENTRAL COLLECTION UNIT REVENUE
Sec. 7011. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Excess Central Collection Unit Revenue Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7012. Section 1045(d) of the Delinquent Debt Recovery Act of 2012, effective
September 20, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-168; D.C. Official Code § 1-350.04(d)), is amended to read as
follows:
“(d) After all operational and administrative expenses of the Central Collection Unit have
been paid, as certified by the Chief Financial Officer in the year-end close, the remaining cash
balance in the Fund shall be transferred to the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund of
the District of Columbia.”.
Sec. 7013. Section 6a(b) of the Commission on the Arts and Humanities Act, effective
January 29, 1998 (D.C. Law 12-42; D.C. Official Code § 39-205.01(b)), is amended as follows:
(a) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the semicolon at the end and inserting the phrase
“; and” in its place.
(b) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
SUBTITLE C. DEPOSIT OF DEED RECORDATION AND TRANSFER TAXES
Sec. 7021. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Deposit of Deed Recordation and Transfer Taxes
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Sec. 7022. Section 322 of the District of Columbia Real Estate Deed Recordation Tax
Act, approved March 2, 1962 (76 Stat. 17; D.C. Official Code § 42-1122), is amended as
follows:
(a) The lead-in language of subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “Fiscal
Years 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027” and inserting the phrase “Fiscal Year 2024 and each fiscal
year thereafter” in its place.
(b) Subsection (c) is repealed.
Sec. 7023. Section 47-919 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) The lead-in language of subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “Fiscal
Years 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027” and inserting the phrase “Fiscal Year 2024 and each fiscal
year thereafter” in its place.
(b) Subsection (c) is repealed.
SUBTITLE D. EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT MATCH LEVEL
Sec. 7031. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Earned Income Tax Credit Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7032. Section 47-1806.04(f) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Paragraph (1)(B-3) is amended as follows:
(1) Strike the phrase “(B-3) If a return is filed” and insert the phrase “If a return is
filed” in its place.
(2) Strike the date “December 31, 2025” and insert the date “December 31, 2028”
in its place.
(b) Paragraph (3)(B) is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language of sub-subparagraph (ii) is amended by striking the
phrase “For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022” and inserting the phrase “For the
taxable year ending December 31, 2023” in its place.
(2) A new sub-subparagraph (ii-a) is added to read as follows:
“(ii-a) For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023:
“(I) If the amount of the earned income tax credit allowed
is at least $1,200, the individual may elect, in the manner and form prescribed by the Chief
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“(II) If the amount of the earned income tax credit allowed
is less than $1,200, the entire amount of the earned income tax credit allowed shall be paid to the
individual in one lump sum payment.”.
(2) Sub-subparagraph (v) is repealed.
SUBTITLE E. BABY BONDS
Sec. 7041. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Baby Bonds Congressional Review Emergency
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7042. The Child Wealth Building Act of 2021, effective February 18, 2022 (D.C.
Law 24-53; D.C. Official Code § 4-681.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 3(b) (D.C. Official Code § 4-681.02(b)) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the period and inserting “; and” in its
place.
(3) New paragraph (3) is added to read as follows:
“(3) All revenues collected pursuant to section 315 of the Law to Legalize
Lotteries, Daily Numbers Games, and Bingo and Raffles for Charitable Purposes in the District of
Columbia, effective May 3, 2019 (D.C. Law 22-312; D.C. Official Code § 36-621.15).”.
(b) Section 4(c) (D.C. Official Code § 4-681.03(c) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) Upon enrollment before October 1, 2024, an amount of $500 shall be
designated in the Fund for the eligible child enrolled in the CTF Program.”.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “By October 1 of the
subsequent year” and inserting “By October 1 of the subsequent year, ending before September
30, 2024” in its place.
(3) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “By October 1 of each
successive year” and inserting “By October 1 of each successive year, ending before September
30, 2024” in its place.
(4) New paragraphs (4) and (5) are added to read as follows:
“(4) After September 30, 2024, the deposit amount designated in the Fund for
each eligible child enrolled in the CTF Program shall be determined pursuant to paragraph (5) of
this subsection.
“(5) By March 1 of each year, beginning with March 1, 2026, the Office of the
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September 30 of the preceding fiscal year of the total certified revenue, up to a maximum
amount of $1,000 per eligible child enrolled, and designate such amount in the Fund for each
enrolled child.”.
SUBTITLE F. SALES AND USE TAX
Sec. 7051. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Sales and Use Tax Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7052. Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as follows:
(a) Section 47-2002 is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language of subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “The
rate of such tax shall be 6.00% of the gross receipts from sales of or charges for such tangible
personal property and services, except that:” and inserting the phrase “The rate of such tax on the
gross receipts from sales of or charges for such tangible personal property and services shall be
6.0% before October 1, 2025, 6.5% beginning on October 1, 2025, and 7.0% beginning on
October 1, 2026, and continuing thereafter; except, that:” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (d) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) For fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2023, there shall be dedicated
to the Arts and Humanities Fund from the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided by the
lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section, the following amounts:
“(A) In Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025, the lesser of:
“(i) 5% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided by
the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
proposed or existing tax increment financing districts or pledged to the benefit of holders of
District bonds or notes existing on or before October 30, 2018; or
“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
and Humanities Fund in the prior fiscal year pursuant to this subsection.
“(B) In Fiscal Year 2026, the lesser of:
“(i) 4.615% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided
by the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
proposed or existing tax increment financing districts or pledged to the benefit of holders of
District bonds or notes existing on or before October 30, 2018; or
“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
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“(i) 4.286% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided
by the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
proposed or existing tax increment financing districts or pledged to the benefit of holders of
District bonds or notes existing on or before October 30, 2018; or
“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
and Humanities Fund in the prior fiscal year pursuant to this subsection.”.
(B) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
(b) Section 47-2202 is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language of subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “The
rate of tax imposed by this section shall be 6.00% of the sales price of such tangible personal
property and services, except that:” and inserting the phrase “The rate of tax imposed by this
section on the sales price of such tangible personal property and services shall be 6.0% before
October 1, 2025, 6.5% beginning on October 1, 2025, and 7.0% beginning on October 1, 2026,
and continuing thereafter; except, that:” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) For fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2023, there shall be dedicated
to the Arts and Humanities Fund from the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided by the
lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section, the following amounts:
“(A) In Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025, the lesser of:
“(i) 5% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided by
the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
proposed or existing tax increment financing districts or pledged to the benefit of holders of
District bonds or notes existing on or before October 30, 2018; or
“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
and Humanities Fund in the prior fiscal year pursuant to this subsection.
“(B) In Fiscal Year 2026, the lesser of:
“(i) 4.615% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided
by the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
proposed or existing tax increment financing districts or pledged to the benefit of holders of
District bonds or notes existing on or before October 30, 2018; or
“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
and Humanities Fund in the prior fiscal year pursuant to this subsection; and
“(C) In Fiscal Year 2027 and each subsequent fiscal year, the lesser of:
“(i) 4.286% of the sales tax revenue collected at the rate provided
by the lead-in language of subsection (a) of this section that is not dedicated to legislatively
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“(ii) An amount equal to 102% of the amount dedicated to the Arts
and Humanities Fund in the prior fiscal year pursuant to this subsection.”.
(B) Paragraph (3) is repealed.
SUBTITLE G. EXCESS DEBT SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS
Sec. 7061. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Excess Debt Service Appropriations Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7062. Section 47-362(f) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended to
read as follows:
“(f) Notwithstanding § 47-363, any funds appropriated for Debt Service, as defined in §
47-334(1), in excess of Debt Service requirements may not be reprogrammed, unless the Council
approves the reprogramming request by resolution.”.
SUBTITLE H. CAPITAL ARTS BUDGETING
Sec. 7071. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Capital Arts Budgeting Congressional Review
Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7072. Section 6 of the Commission on the Arts and Humanities Act, effective
October 21, 1975 (D.C. Law l-22; D.C. Official Code § 39-205), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) The Commission shall prepare and submit to the Mayor, at such time as may be
directed by the Mayor, a requested budget for the next fiscal year.”.
(b) Subsection (c-1) is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “For Fiscal Year
2024” and inserting the phrase “For Fiscal Year 2025” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2)(A) is amended as follows:
(A) Sub-subparagraph (i) is amended by striking the phrase “14.95%” and
inserting the phrase “12.0%” in its place.
(B) Sub-subparagraph (ii) is amended by striking the phrase “47.48%” and
inserting the phrase “50.0%” in its place.
(C) Sub-subparagraph (iii) is amended by striking the phrase “21.98%”
and inserting the phrase “22.0%” in its place.
(D) Sub-subparagraph (iv) is amended by striking the phrase “3.52%” and
inserting the phrase “4.0%” in its place.
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(3) Paragraph (2)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “District funds” and
inserting the phrase “funds granted by the Commission on the Arts and Humanities” in its place.
SUBTITLE I. HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TAX ABATEMENT
Sec. 7081. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Howard University Hospital Tax Abatement
Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7082. Section 47-4673 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(1) A new paragraph (3A) is added to read as follows:
“(3A) “Duke District Property” means the real property known for tax and
assessment purposes as Lots 53 and 834 in Square 3058, Lots 968, 970, 62, 972, 977, 979, 934,
1023, 811, 945, 1033, 930, and 933 in Square 2877, Lots 882 and 1115 in Square 2873, Lots
951, 950, 1037, 952, 953 in Square 2882, Lot 44 in Square 3064, Lot 56 in Square 417, Lot 30 in
Square 416, and Lot 860 in Square 3069, or any successor tax lots, and any improvements on
that real property.
(2) Paragraph (8) is amended by striking the phrase “the buildings located on the
Redevelopment Property” and inserting the phrase “the buildings located on the Redevelopment
Property or the Duke District Property” in its place.
(3) New paragraphs (8A) and (8B) are added to read as follows
“(8A) “Property Lessee” means party that has entered into a development
agreement or ground lease with Howard University to deliver a project at the Duke District
Property.
“(8B) “Property Lessor” means Howard University.”.
(b) Subsection (c) is amended by striking the phrase “the tax imposed on the
Redevelopment Property” and inserting the phrase “the tax imposed on the Redevelopment
Property and the Duke District Property” in its place.
(c) Subsection (d)(1)(B) is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase “the Redevelopment
Property Developer, upon” and inserting the phrase “the Redevelopment Property Developer or
Property Lessor, upon” in its place.
(2) Sub-subparagraph (i) is amended by striking the phrase “; or” and inserting a
semicolon in its place.
(3) A new sub-subparagraph (i-I) is added to read as follows:
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(4) Sub-subparagraph (ii) is amended by striking the phrase “of each phase
referenced in sub-subparagraph (i) of this subparagraph” and inserting the phrase “of each phase
referenced in sub-subparagraph (i) of this subparagraph or each Duke District Property” in its
place.
(d) Subsection (f) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “funding to support the
operational and start-up support for 6 years” and inserting the phrase “funding for operational and
start-up support” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (1A) is repealed.
(e) Subsection (g) is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language of paragraph (1) is amended by striking the
phrase “the Redevelopment Property’s eligibility for the abatement” and inserting the phrase “the
Redevelopment Property’s and the Duke District Property’s eligibility for the abatement” in its
place.
(B) Subparagraph (A) is amended by striking the phrase “A description of
the Redevelopment Property” and inserting the phrase “A description of the Redevelopment
Property and the Duke District Property” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “Redevelopment Property”
each time it appears and inserting the phrase “Redevelopment Property or the Duke District
Property” in its place.
(f) Subsection (h) is amended by striking the phrase “applicable to the Redevelopment Property
or Redevelopment Development Developer from any other source” and inserting the phrase
“applicable to the Redevelopment Property, Duke District Property, Redevelopment Property
Developer, or Property Lessee from any other source” in its place.
SUBTITLE J. OPERATING FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
Sec. 7091. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Operating Funds in the Capital Improvements Plan
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7092. Section 47-392.02(f) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended to
read as follows:
“(f) Inclusion of operating funds in the capital improvements plan. —
“(1) Each year’s approved budget and financial plan shall include operating funds
in the capital improvements plan at one of the following minimum levels:
“(A) In each fiscal year included in the capital improvements plan, at least
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including additions due to right-to-use assets) in the most recent annual comprehensive financial
report for the District;
“(B) Cumulatively in all fiscal years included in the capital improvements
plan, at least 6 times the amount reported for additions to total accumulated depreciation of
capital assets (not including additions due to right-to-use assets) in the most recent annual
comprehensive financial report for the District; or
“(C) For the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and financial plan only, at least:
“(i) Five times the amount reported for additions to total
accumulated depreciation of capital assets (not including additions due to right-to-use assets) in
the most recent annual comprehensive financial report for the District of Columbia; plus
“(ii) $206 million.
“(2) For the purposes of this subsection, the term operating funds means local
funds, dedicated funds, special purpose revenue (other) funds, or enterprise funds, or federal
funds received by the District government pursuant to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs
Act, approved November 15, 2021 (Pub. L. No. 117-58; 135 Stat. 429).”.
SUBTITLE K. EXCESS BALLPARK FEE REVENUE
Sec. 7101. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Excess Ballpark Fee Revenue Amendment Act of
2024”.
Sec. 7102. Section 102(d) of the Ballpark Omnibus Financing and Revenue Act of 2004,
effective April 8, 2005 (D.C. Law 15-320; D.C. Official Code § 10-1601.02(d)), is amended by
striking the phrase “the first $22 million of any excess that accrues during Fiscal Year 2024, and
the first $20 million of any excess that accrues during each of Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, and 2027
shall be deposited in the unrestricted fund balance of the General Fund during the fiscal year in
which it accrues” and inserting the phrase “the first $32.37 million of any excess that accrues
during Fiscal Year 2024, the first $31.47 million of any excess that accrues during Fiscal Year
2025, the first $32.92 million of any excess that accrues during Fiscal Year 2026, the first $34.06
million of any excess that accrues during Fiscal Year 2027, and the first $35.19 million of any
excess that accrues during Fiscal Year 2028 shall be deposited in the unrestricted fund balance of
the General Fund during the fiscal year in which it accrues” in its place.
Sec. 7103. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 8, 2024.
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SUBTITLE L. RIGHT-OF-WAY FEE, GAS TAX, AND GAS DEPOSITS
Sec. 7111. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Right-of-Way Fee, Gas Tax, and Gas Surcharge
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7112. Section 102a of the Highway Trust Fund Establishment Act of 1996, effective
October 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-28; D.C. Official Code § 9-111.01a), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) The Chief Financial Officer shall deposit revenue derived from the public rights-of-
way user fees, charges, and penalties collected pursuant to Title VI of the Fiscal Year 1997
Budget Support Act of 1996, effective April 9, 1997 (D.C. Law 11-198; D.C. Official Code § 10-
1141.01 et seq.) (“1997 Act”), and regulations issued pursuant to the 1997 Act in Chapter 33 of
Title 24 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (24 DCMR § 3300 et seq.) as
follows:
“(1) First, the amount, if any, necessary to supplement the revenue from the motor
vehicle fuel tax and motor vehicle fuel surcharge imposed by D.C. Official Code § 47-2301 to
satisfy local match requirements to obtain federal aid funds shall be deposited into the District of
Columbia Highway Trust Fund, established by section 102; and
“(2) Second, any remaining revenue shall be transferred to the capital
improvement program, to be used to fund the renovation, repair, and maintenance of local
transportation infrastructure, or deposited into the General Fund of the District of Columbia.”.
(b) Subsection (b) is repealed.
(c) Subsection (c) is repealed.
Sec. 7113. Section 47-2301 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (a-1)(1) is amended by striking the phrase “tax and a local transportation
surcharge (“surcharge”)” and inserting the phrase “tax and surcharge” in its place.
(b) Subsection (c) is repealed.
(c) New subsections (d) and (e) are added to read as follows:
“(d) The Chief Financial Officer of the District of Columbia (“CFO”) shall transfer
annually to the District of Columbia Highway Trust Fund the proceeds of the taxes imposed by
subsections (a) and (a-1) of this section to the extent necessary to satisfy local match
requirements to obtain federal aid funds and the remainder of the proceeds of the taxes, if any, to
the Capital Improvements Program to be used to fund the renovation, repair, and maintenance of
local transportation infrastructure.
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surcharge imposed under subsection (a-1) of this section to the extent necessary to satisfy local
match requirements to obtain federal aid funds and the remainder of the proceeds of the
surcharge, if any, to the Capital Improvements Program to be used to fund the renovation, repair,
and maintenance of local transportation infrastructure.”.
SUBTITLE M. NON-LAPSING ACCOUNT REPEALS
Sec. 7121. This subtitle may be cited as the “Non-Lapsing Account Repeals Amendment
Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7122. (a) Section 206 of the Department of Education Establishment Act of 2007,
effective February 26, 2015 (D.C. Law 20-155; D.C. Official Code 38-195), is repealed.
(b) Section 4122(g) of the My School DC EdFest Sponsorship and Advertising Act of
2015, effective October 22, 2015 (D.C. Law 21-36; D.C. Official Code 38-196.01(g)), is
repealed.
Sec. 7123. Section 207 of the Attendance Accountability Amendment Act of 2013,
effective August 25, 2018 (D.C. Law 22-157; D.C. Official Code 38-236.07), is repealed.
Sec. 7124. (a) Section 113a of the District Department of the Environment Establishment
Act of 2005, effective September 11, 2019 (D.C. Law 23-16; D.C. Official Code § 8-151.13a), is
amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended by striking the phrase “Assistance Fund” and
inserting the word “Assistance” in its place.
(2) Subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) are repealed.
(3) Subsection (e) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is repealed.
(B) Paragraph (6) is amended by striking the phrase “financial assistance
through the Fund” and inserting the phrase “financial assistance programs established pursuant to
section 216b of the Water and Sewer Authority Establishment and Department of Public Works
Reorganization Act of 1996, effective October 30, 2018 (D.C. Law 22-168; D.C. Official Code §
34-2202.16b)” in its place.
(b) Section 216b(d)(2)(B) of the Water and Sewer Authority Establishment and
Department of Public Works Reorganization Act of 1996, effective October 30, 2018 (D.C. Law
22-168; D.C. Official Code § 34-2202.16b(d)(2)(B)), is amended to read as follows:
“(B) Efforts made by the Authority to publicize the availability of
financial assistance, including a description of the total amount of expenditures by the Authority
on such efforts.”.
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Sec. 7125. The Lead Service Line Priority Replacement Assistance Act of 2004, effective
December 7, 2004 (D.C. Law 15-205; D.C. Official Code § 34-2151 et seq.), is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 6012 (D.C. Official Code § 34-2151) is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended by striking the phrase “Assistance Fund” and
inserting the word “Assistance” in its place.
(2) Subsection (a) is repealed.
(3) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “The purpose of the Fund
shall be to” and inserting the phrase “WASA may” in its place.
(b) Section 6013 (D.C. Official Code § 34-2152) is repealed.
(c) The lead-in language of section 6014(a) (D.C. Official Code §§ 34-2153(a)) is
amended by striking the phrase “grant from the Fund” and inserting the word “grant” in its place.
Sec. 7126. (a) The H Street, N.E., Retail Priority Area Incentive Act of 2010, effective
April 8, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-354; D.C. Official Code § 1-325.171 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(1) Section 2 (D.C. Official Code § 1-325.171) is repealed.
(2) Section 3 (D.C. Official Code § 1-325.172) is repealed.
(3) Section 4 (D.C. Official Code § 1-325.173) is repealed.
(b) Section 47-4665(c)(2) of the District of Columbia Official Code is repealed.
SUBTITLE N. NON-LAPSING FUND CONVERSIONS
Sec. 7131. Short title.
This title may be cited as the “Non-Lapsing Fund Conversions Congressional Review
Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7132. (a) Notwithstanding any provision of law limiting the use of funds in the
accounts listed in the following chart, the Chief Financial Officer shall convert to local revenue
in Fiscal Year 2025 the following amounts that otherwise would have been deposited into the
following funds:
Fiscal Year 2025 Fund Conversion
Agency
Code
Fund
Number Fund Name Amount
AD0 1060420 Inspector General Support Fund ($1,000,000.00)
AT0 1060048 Dishonored Check Fees ($46.00)
AT0 1060020 Health Benefit Fees ($39,784.00)
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CB0 1060094 Litigation Support Fund ($106,971.00)
CF0 1060109
Universal Paid Leave Administration
Fund ($1,312,127.00)
CF0 1060078 Workers' Compensation Admin. ($37,602.00)
EB0 1060131
Economic Development Special
Account ($475,183.00)
HA0 1060026 Enterprise Fund Account ($946,135.00)
KA0 1060333
DDOT Enterprise Fund-Non Tax
Revenues ($6,000.00)
KG0 1060314 DC Municipal Aggregation Program ($15,000.00)
KG0 1060318 Benchmarking Enforcement Fund ($33,284.00)
LQ0 1060374 ABC Import and Class License Fees ($94,222.00)
PO0 1060258
DC Surplus Personal Property Sales
Oper. ($282,375.00)
TOTAL ($4,448,729.00)
(b) The amounts identified in subsection (a) of this section shall be made available as set
forth in the approved Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Financial Plan.
SUBTITLE O. QHTC MODIFCATION
Sec. 7141. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Qualified High-Technology Company Tax
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7142. Section 47-1817.07a of the District of Columbia Official Code is repealed.
SUBTITLE P. CORPORATE SHORT -TERM STAY HOUSING IN DOWNTOWN
Sec. 7151. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Corporate Short-Term Stay Housing in Downtown
Tax Abatement Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7152. Chapter 46 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended
as follows:
(a) The table of contents is amended by adding a new section designation to read as
follows:
“47-4681 - Tax rate Abatement for 1735 K Street NW; Lot 849, Square 163.”.
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Ҥ 47-4681. Tax Abatement for 1735 K Street NW; Lot 849, Square 163.
“(a) For the purpose of this section, the term:
“(1) “Base year” means real property tax year 2025 with respect to the real
property tax levied under Chapter 8 on the Property for that tax year.
“(2) “Extended stay housing” means the portion of the building above the first
floor in which furnished habitable rooms or suites, each with a kitchen, are reserved primarily for
transient guests who rent the rooms on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
“(3) “First Source Agreement” means an agreement with the District government
governing certain obligations pursuant to § 2-219.03 and Mayor’s Order 83-265, dated
November 9, 1983, regarding job creation and employment.
“(4) “Owner” means BUAP 1735 K LLC, its successors, affiliates, and assigns.
“(5) “Property” means the real property, including any improvements constructed
thereon, at 1735 K Street, NW, known for tax and assessment purposes as Lot 849 in Square
163.
“(b) Beginning on October 1, 2028, the real property taxes imposed on the Property
pursuant to Chapter 8 shall not be increased over the amount of real property tax levied upon the
Property for the base year rate for a period of 15 real property tax years; provided, that the
Owner shall:
“(1) Convert the building to primarily extended stay housing with a total project
cost of not less than $40,000,000;
“(2) Operate or cause to be operated a minimum of 95 units at the Property;
“(3) Have received a certificate of occupancy on the Property no later than 36
months after the effective date of the Corporate Short-Term Stay Housing in Downtown Tax
Abatement Amendment Act of 2024, enacted on July 26, 2024 (D.C. Act 25-550; 71 DCR
9990);
“(4) Enter into an agreement with the District government that requires the
Owner, or its designee or assignee, to, at a minimum, contract with certified business enterprises
for at least 35% of the contract dollar volume of the construction of the project, in accordance
with Subchapter IX-A of Chapter 2 of Title 2;
“(5) Pay taxes, as applicable, under §§ 47-2002, 47-2002.02, 47-2002.03, and 47-
2002.03a;
“(6) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, enter into a First Source
Agreement for the operation of the repositioned building; and
“(7) By September 30 of the year immediately preceding each tax year in the
abatement period set forth in this subsection, provide the Mayor with information showing
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“(c) By December 31 of each tax year of the abatement period provided in subsection (b)
of this section, the Mayor shall certify to the Office of Tax and Revenue that the Property is
eligible for the abatement provided in this section for that tax year. The Mayor shall notify the
Office of Tax and Revenue if the Property ceases to be eligible for the abatement and the date
such eligibility ceased.”.
SUBTITLE Q. RULE 736 REPEALS
Sec. 7161. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Rule 736 Repeals Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7162. The Senior Nutrition, Health, and Well-Being Equity Amendment Act of
2022, effective March 10, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-318; 70 DCR 610), is repealed.
SUBTITLE R. SPORTS WAGERING
Sec. 7171. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Sports Wagering Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7172. The Law to Legalize Lotteries, Daily Numbers Games, and Bingo and Raffles
for Charitable Purposes in the District of Columbia, effective March 10, 1981 (D.C. Law 3-172;
D.C. Official Code § 36-601.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(a) Section 4(c) (D.C. Official Code § 36–601.01(c)) is amended as follows:
(1) A new paragraph (15A) is added to read as follows:
“(15A) “Sporting event” means any professional sporting or professional athletic
event, including motor sports sanctioned by a national or international organization or association,
collegiate sporting or athletic event, Olympic sporting or athletic event, sporting or athletic event
sanctioned by a national or international organization or association, esports event, or other event
authorized by the Office. Such term shall not include a nonprofessional, non-collegiate, or non-
Olympic sporting or athletic event if the majority of the participants are under the age of 18.
(2) Paragraph (17) is amended to read as follows:
“(17) “Sports wagering” means accepting wagers on sporting events, or a portion of
a sporting event, or on the individual performance statistics of an athlete in a sporting event or
combination of sporting events, including single-game bets, teaser bets, parlays, over-under,
moneyline, pools, exchange wagering, in-game wagering, in-play bets, proposition bets, straight
bets, or other means by a system or method of wagering, including in-person or over the internet
through websites or on mobile devices. The term “sports wagering” does not include any fantasy or
simulated game or contest such as fantasy sports in which:
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“(B) Participants own, manage, or coach imaginary teams;
“(C) All prizes and awards offered to winning participants are established
and made known to participants in advance of the game or contest;
“(D) The winning outcome of the game or contest reflects the relative skill
of the participants and is determined by statistics generated by actual individuals, including athletes
in the case of a sporting event; and
“(E) No winning outcome is based solely on the performance of an
individual athlete or on the score, point spread, or any performance of any single real-world team
or any combination of real-world teams.”.
(b) Section 302 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.02) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b)(2) is amended to read as follows:
“(b)(2) The Office shall solicit input from the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation
Administration and the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board on suggestions for regulations to
minimize underage drinking and sports wagering by visibly intoxicated patrons at a designated
sports wagering facility.
(2) Subsection (c) is amended to read as follows:
“(c) Sports wagering shall occur only over mobile or online applications or in the specific
locations within a designated sports wagering facility that have been approved by the Office;
provided, that the applications or locations may be modified or relocated pursuant to regulation.”.
(3) New subsections (d), (e), and (f) are added to read as follows:
“(d) Mobile or online sports wagering shall be operated only by a Class A sports
wagering operator or its management services provider or a Class C sports wagering
operator or its management services provider and the licensees shall accept only mobile or
online sports wagers from persons physically located in the District of Columbia.
“(e) Consistent with the intent of the United States Congress as articulated in the Unlawful
Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006, approved October 13, 2006 (120 Stat. 1952; 31
U.S.C. § 5361 et seq.), the intermediate routing of electronic data relating sports wagering
authorized under this title shall not determine the location or locations in which such wagers are
initiated and received.”.
“(f) A Class A sports wagering operator or its management services provider, or a Class
C sports wagering operator or its management services provider, shall be permitted to begin
offering mobile or online sports betting to persons physically located in the District of
Columbia as of July 15, 2024; provided, that it holds a license or temporary license. Such
operator or provider shall be permitted to offer a mobile sports wagering platform and
wagering markets consistent with those it offers in another jurisdiction in which it is licensed
in the United States.”
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“(B) Each Class A operator’s license shall be limited to a single sports
wagering facility and shall permit on-premises sports wagering at that facility and the operation
of one individually branded platform offering mobile or online sports wagering.”.
(2) A new subsection (h) is added to read as follows:
“(h)(1) A license issued under this section shall not be transferred or assigned except as
provided under section 306.
“(2) A licensee that is an entity shall apply for a new license no later than 3 days
after its acquisition, merger, or other change of control (as defined in regulation), in which case
the applicant may temporarily operate under the prior license until the approval or denial of the
application for the new license.”.
(d) Section 306 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.06) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(1) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (E) is amended by striking the phrase “proposed sports
wagering facility” and inserting the phrase “proposed sports wagering facility, if applicable” in
its place.
(B) Subparagraph (F) is amended by striking the phrase “sports wagering
facility” and inserting the phrase “proposed sports wagering facility” in its place.
(C) Subparagraph (G) is amended by striking the phrase “proposed sports
wagering facility” and inserting the phrase “proposed sports wagering facility, if applicable” in its
place.
(2) Subsection (b)(3) is amended as follows:
(A) Subparagraph (A) is amended by striking the figure “$500,000” and
inserting the figure “$1,000,000” in its place.
(B) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the figure “$250,000” and
inserting the figure “$500,000” in its place.
(C) A new subparagraph (C) is added to read as follows:
“(C)(i) In addition to the license fee, the Office may charge a processing fee
for an initial or renewed license in an amount equal to the projected cost of processing the
application and performing any background investigations.
“(ii) If the actual cost exceeds the projected cost, an additional fee
may be charged to meet the actual cost. If the projected cost exceeds the actual cost, the difference
may be refunded to the applicant or licensee.”.
(3) Subsection (c)(3) is amended to read as follows:
“(3) Sports wagering shall not be offered within a 2-block radius of any of the
designated facilities except by the licensed Class A operator assigned to the designated facility.”.
(4) A new subsection (c-1) is added to read as follows:
“(c-1)(1) The Office may issue a Class C operator license to an eligible sports team
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online sports wagering within a 2-block radius of any of the designated facilities.
“(2) An eligible sports team applicant under this subsection shall:
“(A) Be registered with the governing body of Major League Baseball,
Major League Soccer, the National Basketball Association, the National Football League,
the National Hockey League, the National Women’s Soccer League, or the Women’s
National Basketball Association;
“(B) Play 90% or more of its home games within the District of Columbia;
and
“(C) Play its home games at a sports stadium or arena with a designated
sports wagering facility approved by the Office.
“(3)(A) A Class C operator license may be assigned, delegated, or subcontracted
to a commercial partner that provides sports wagering through a mobile or online application
upon the approval of the Office.
“(B) A Class C operator license shall be issued for 5 years and require a
non-refundable application fee of $2,000,000, which shall be submitted with the application.
“(C) A Class C operator license may be renewed for 5-year periods;
provided, that the licensee has continued to comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements
and pays upon submission of a renewal application a $1,000,000 renewal fee.
“(D) A Class C operator shall not be required to obtain a separate retailer
license.
“(E) A Class C operator license held by a sports team or its commercial
partner shall be revoked by the Office if that sports team fails to comply with the requirements of
paragraph (2) of this subsection.
“(4)(A) The Office shall issue a temporary Class C operator license to an eligible
applicant within one week of receiving:
“(i) Proof that the applicant is an eligible sports team or proof that
an eligible sports team has assigned, delegated, or subcontracted its Class C operator licensing
eligibility to the applicant as its commercial partner;
“(ii) Proof that the applicant or its management services provider is
licensed to offer mobile sports wagering in not fewer than 5 jurisdictions of the United States
pursuant to a state or territorial regulatory structure, either directly or through a parent company
or affiliated subsidiary; and
“(iii) The non-refundable application fee.
“(B) A temporary Class C license shall permit the holder to immediately
commence offering mobile sports wagering in the District and shall remain valid until a final
determination on such application is made.”.
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mobile applications, or through other digital forms, more than 2 blocks from its designated facility,
shall be subject to section 311(g).”.
(e) Section 307 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.07) is amended as follows:
(1) The lead-in language of subsection (b)(1) is amended by striking the phrase
“its own sports wagering facility” and inserting the phrase “its own sports wagering facility or
application” in its place.
(2) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (6) is amended by striking the word “Ensure” and inserting
the phrase “In the case of on-premises sports wagering, ensure” in its place.
(B) A new paragraph (6A) is added to read as follows:
“(6A) In the case mobile or online sports wagering, ensure that sports wagering
occurs only through an Office-approved mobile or online application in locations where the Class
A or Class C operator is licensed to offer sports wagering and in accordance with this title and
regulations issued by the Office pursuant to this title.”.
(f) Section 310(a) (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.10(a)) is amended by striking the phrase
“related to sports wagering” and inserting the phrase “related to on-premises retail sports
wagering” in its place.
(g) Section 311 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.11) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “20%” and inserting the
phrase “30%” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (g) is added to read as follows:
“(g)(1) The Office shall provide sports wagering kiosks to sports wagering retailers
through:
“(A) The contract #CFOPD-19-C-041 with Intralot Inc. (“Contract”), and
any subsequent modifications or extensions of the Contract; or
“(B) By requiring one or more licensees licensed pursuant to section
306(b)(1) or (c-1) (D.C. Official Code § 36–621.06(b)(1) and (c-1)) to provide kiosks, as a
condition of its license, under the same terms as the Contract, and any subsequent modifications
or extensions of the Contract.
“(2) If a contractor or licensee removes or refuses to provide a sports wagering
kiosk to a sports wagering retailer as required by the Office pursuant to paragraph (1) of this
subsection, or a sports wagering retailer notifies the Office in writing that a kiosk is not
functioning, the Office shall require a licensee that is subject to paragraph (1)(B) of this
subsection to replace the kiosk within 15 calendar days with a functioning sports wagering kiosk.
“(3) A licensee who fails to provide a sports wagering kiosk to a sports wagering
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“(34) Following the expiration of the Contract, the Office shall continue the sports
wagering retailer program under terms prescribed through rulemaking or statute.”.
(h) Section 315 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.15) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a)(2) is amended to read as follows:
“(2) Pay to the District of Columbia Treasurer:
“(A) 20% of the gross sports wagering revenue from the preceding
calendar month, in the case of a Class A operator;
“(B) 10% of the gross sports wagering revenue from the preceding
calendar month, in the case of a Class B operator; and
“(C) 30% of the gross sports wagering revenue from the preceding
calendar month, in the case of a Class C operator.”.
(2) A new subsection (d) is added to read as follows:
“(d)(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, beginning October 1,
2024, all revenues remitted under subsection (a) of this section shall be transferred directly to the
Child Trust Fund, established by section 3 of the Child Wealth Building Act of 2021, effective
February 18, 2022 (D.C. Law 24-53; D.C. Official Code § 4-681.02).
“(2) In Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028, the first $2.583 million of
revenues remitted under subsection (a) shall be deposited in local funds.”.
(i) Section 316 (D.C. Official Code § 36-621.16) is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) A Class A operator license shall be issued for 5 years and require a non-
refundable application fee of $1,000,000, which shall be submitted with the application;
provided, that when an applicant for a Class A sports operator license partners with a joint
venture with a CBE majority interest, it shall submit a non-refundable application fee of
$250,000 at the time of the initial application; provided further, that subsequent renewal fees
shall be paid pursuant to section 306(b)(3)(B) and in accordance with subsection (c) of this
section.”
(B) A new paragraph (3) is added to read as follows:
“(3) A Class C operator license shall be issued for 5 years and require a non-
refundable application fee of $2,000,000, which shall be submitted with the application;
provided, that when an applicant for a Class C sports operator license partners with a joint
venture with a CBE majority interest, it shall submit a non-refundable application fee of
$500,000 at the time of the initial application; provided further, that subsequent renewal fees
shall be paid pursuant to section 306(c-1)(3)(C) and in accordance with subsection (c) of this
section.”.
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(3) Subsection (f)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “Class A and Class B” and
inserting the phrase “Class A, Class B, and Class C” in its place.
Sec. 7173. Applicability.
This subtitle shall apply as of July 15, 2024, except for section 7172(h)(1), which shall
apply as of August 1, 2024.
SUBTITLE S. KAPPA ALPHA PSI INC. REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
Sec. 7181. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Real Property Tax
Exemption Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7182. Chapter 10 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) The table of contents is amended by adding a new section designation to read as
follows:
“47-1099.14. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; Lot 813, Square 0154.”.
(b) A new section 47-1099.14 is added to read as follows:
Ҥ 47-1099.14. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; Lot 813, Square 0154.
“(a) The real property, and any improvements on the property, located at 1708 S Street,
NW, known for tax and assessment purposes as Lot 813, Square 0154 (“Property”), shall be
exempt from the tax imposed by Chapter 8 for the period beginning January 1, 2024, and ending
January 1, 2034, so long as the Property is owned by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
“(b) The tax exemption provided pursuant to this section shall be in addition to, and not
in lieu of, any other tax relief or assistance from any other source applicable to the Kappa Alpha
Psi Fraternity, Inc.”.
SUBTITLE T. MYPHEDUH FILMS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
EXTENSION
Sec. 7191. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Mypheduh Films Property Tax Exemption Extension
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7192. The lead-in language of section 47-4671(a) of the District of Columbia
Official Code is amended by striking the date “September 30, 2029” and inserting the date
“September 30, 2034” in its place.
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SUBTITLE U. CLEAN HANDS
Sec. 7201. This subtitle may be cited as the “Clean Hands Certification Economic
Expansion and Revitalization Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7202. Subchapter II of Chapter 28 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official
Code is amended as follows:
(a) Section 47-2862 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended as follows:
(A) The lead-in language is amended by striking the phrase
“Notwithstanding any other provision of law” and inserting the phrase “Notwithstanding any
other provision of law except as set forth in subsection (a-1) of this section” in its place.
(B) Paragraph (1) is amended as follows:
(i) The lead-in language is amended by striking the figure “$100”
and inserting the figure “$1,000” in its place.
(ii) Subparagraphs (C) and (F) are repealed.
(C) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the figure “$100” and inserting
the figure “$1,000” in its place.
(D) Paragraphs (4) and (6) are repealed.
(E) Paragraph (7) is amended by striking the figure “$100” and inserting
the figure “$1,000” in its place.
(2) A new subsection (a-1) is added to read as follows:
“(a-1) The Department of Motor Vehicles shall not issue or reissue a license or permit to
any applicant if the applicant owes the District more than $100:
“(1) In outstanding fines, penalties, or interest assessed pursuant to the following
acts or any regulations promulgated under the authority of the following acts:
“(A) The District of Columbia Traffic Adjudication Act of 1978, effective
September 12, 1978 (D.C. Law 2-104; D.C. Official Code § 50-2301.01 et seq.); or
“(B) The Compulsory/No-Fault Motor Vehicle Insurance Act of 1982,
effective September 18, 1982 (D.C. Law 4-155; D.C. Official Code § 31-2401 et seq.);
“(2) In parking fines or penalties assessed by another jurisdiction; provided, that a
reciprocity agreement is in effect between the jurisdiction and the District; or
“(3) In vehicle conveyance fees, as that term is defined in § 50-2301.02(9).”.
(3) Subsection (b) is amended by striking the phrase “outstanding debt over $100”
and inserting the phrase “outstanding debt” in its place.
(b) Section 47-2863(a)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “over $100 to the District
government as a result of any fine, fee, penalty, interest, or past due tax as set forth in § 47-
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subject to appeal in accordance with § 47-2862(b) or has an established payment plan in
accordance with § 47-2862(c)” in its place.
SUBTITLE V. INCOME TAX SECURED AND MUNICIPAL BONDS
Sec. 7211. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Income Tax Secured Bond and Out-of-State Municipal
Bond Tax Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7212. Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as follows:
(a) Section 47-340.28(a) is amended by striking the figure “$9,180,985,000” and
inserting the figure “$15,561,503,000” in its place.
(b) Section 47-1803.02(a)(l)(B) is amended to read as follows:
“(B)(i) For tax years ending before January 1, 2025, individuals, estates,
and trusts shall not, and shall not have been required to, include interest on the obligations of the
District of Columbia, a state, a territory of the United States, or any political subdivision thereof,
in the computation of District gross income.
“(ii) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, individuals,
estates, and trusts:
“(I) Shall not, and shall not have been required to, include
interest on the obligations of the District of Columbia or bonds issued by DC Water, the
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, and the District of Columbia Housing Finance
Agency in the computation of District gross income.
“(II) Shall include interest upon the obligations of a state or
any political subdivision thereof, but not including obligations of the District of Columbia or
bonds issued by DC Water, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, and the
District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency, in the computation of District gross income.”.
SUBTITLE W. SMALL RETAILER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
Sec. 7221. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Small Retailer Property Tax Relief Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7222. Chapter 18 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 47-1807.14 is amended as follows:
(1) Subsection (a) is amended to read as follows:
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“(1) “Base year” means the calendar year beginning January 1, 2024, or the
calendar year beginning one calendar year before the calendar year in which the new dollar
amount of a maximum credit amount or income threshold amount shall become effective,
whichever is later.
“(2) “Consumer Price Index” means the average of the Consumer Price Index for
All Urban Consumers for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-MD-VA-WV Metropolitan
Statistical Area (or such successor metropolitan statistical area that includes the District), or any
successor index, as of the close of the 12-month period ending on July 31 of such calendar year.
“(3) “Cost-of-living adjustment” means an amount, for any calendar year, equal to
the dollar amount set forth in this section multiplied by the difference between the Consumer
Price Index for the preceding calendar year and the Consumer Price Index for the base year,
divided by the Consumer Price Index for the base year.
“(4) “Income threshold amount” means:
“(A) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January
1, 2024, $2,500,000;
“(B) For the tax year ending December 31, 2024, $3,000,000; and
“(C) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, $3,000,000,
increased annually pursuant to the cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in
a multiple of $1,000, rounded down to the next multiple of $1,000).
“(5) “Maximum credit amount” means:
“(A) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January
1, 2024, $5,000;
“(B) For the tax year ending December 31, 2024, $10,000; and
“(C) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, $10,000, increased
annually pursuant to the cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in a multiple
of $100, rounded down to the next multiple of $100).
“(6) “Qualified corporation” means a corporation that:
“(A) Is engaged in the business of making sales at retail and files a sales
tax return pursuant to Chapter 20 reflecting those sales;
“(B) Has federal gross receipts or sales less than the threshold amount for
the taxable year; and
“(C) Is current on all District tax filings and payments.
“(7) “Qualified retail owned location” means a building or part of a building in
the District that during the taxable year is:
“(A) The primary place of the retail business of the qualified corporation;
“(B) Owned by the qualified corporation; and
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“(8) “Qualified retail rental location” means a building or part of a building in the
District that during the taxable year is:
“(A) A retail establishment as defined in § 47-2001(m);
“(B) The primary place of the retail business of the qualified corporation;
“(C) Leased by the qualified corporation; and
“(D) Classified, in whole or in part, as Class 2 Property, as defined in §
47-813, and has obtained a Certificate of Occupancy for commercial use.”
(2) Subsection (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) A tax credit equal to 10% of the total rent paid by the qualified corporation
for a qualified rental retail location during the taxable year not to exceed the lesser of the total
rent paid or the maximum credit amount; or”.
(B) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the figure “$5,000” and inserting
the phrase “the maximum credit amount” in its place.
(b) Section 47-1808.14 is amended as follows:
(1) Section (a) is amended to read as follows:
“(a) For the purposes of this section, the term:
“(1) “Base year” means the calendar year beginning January 1, 2024, or the
calendar year beginning one calendar year before the calendar year in which the new dollar
amount of the maximum credit amount or income threshold amount shall become effective,
whichever is later.
“(2) “Consumer Price Index” means the average of the Consumer Price Index for
All Urban Consumers for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-MD-VA-WV Metropolitan
Statistical Area (or such successor metropolitan statistical area that includes the District), or any
successor index, as of the close of the 12-month period ending on July 31 of such calendar year.
“(3) “Cost-of-living adjustment” means an amount, for any calendar year, equal to
the dollar amount set forth in this section multiplied by the difference between the Consumer
Price Index for the preceding calendar year and the Consumer Price Index for the base year,
divided by the Consumer Price Index for the base year.
“(4) “Income threshold amount” means:
“(A) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January
1, 2024, $2,500,000;
“(B) For the tax year ending December 31, 2024, $3,000,000; and
“(C) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, $3,000,000,
increased annually pursuant to the cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in
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“(A) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January
1, 2024, $5,000;
“(B) For the tax year ending December 31, 2024, $10,000; and
“(C) For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, $10,000, increased
annually pursuant to the cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in a
multiple of $100, rounded down to the next multiple of $100).
“(6) “Qualified unincorporated business” means an unincorporated business that:
“(A) Is engaged in the business of making sales at retail and files a sales
tax return pursuant to Chapter 20 reflecting those sales;
“(B) Has federal gross receipts or sales less than the threshold amount for
the taxable year; and
“(C) Is current on all District tax filings and payments.
“(7) “Qualified retail owned location” means a building or part of a building in
the District that during the taxable year is:
“(A) The primary place of the retail business of the qualified
unincorporated business;
“(B) Owned by the qualified unincorporated business; and
“(C) Classified, in whole or in part, as Class 2 Property, as defined in §
47-813, and has obtained a Certificate of Occupancy for commercial use.
“(8) “Qualified retail rental location” means a building or part of a building in the
District that during the taxable year is:
“(A) A retail establishment as defined in § 47-2001(m);
“(B) The primary place of the retail business of the qualified corporation;
“(C) Leased by the qualified unincorporated business; and
“(D) Classified, in whole or in part, as Class 2 Property, as defined in §
47-813, and has obtained a Certificate of Occupancy for commercial use.”.
(2) Section (b) is amended as follows:
(A) Paragraph (1) is amended to read as follows:
“(1) A tax credit equal to 10% of the total rent paid by the qualified
unincorporated business for a qualified rental retail location during the taxable year not to exceed
the lesser of the total rent paid or the maximum credit amount; or”.
(B) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the figure “$5,000” and inserting
the phrase “the maximum credit amount” in its place.
SUBTITLE X. FISCAL STABILIZATION AND CASH FLOW RESERVES
Sec. 7231. Short title.
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Sec. 7232. (a) To the extent that Fiscal Year 2024 local revenues certified in the June
2024, September 2024, and December 2024 quarterly revenue estimates exceed the local revenue
estimate of the Chief Financial Officer dated February 29, 2024, excess local funds shall be set
aside and reserved for the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve Account (“Account”) until the amount in
the Account equals full funding as specified in D.C. Official Code § 47-392.02(j-1)(3).
(b) Subject to fiscal year-end close requirements, excess local funds set aside and
reserved pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall be deposited in the Account upon
completion of the fiscal year-end close for publication in the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual
Comprehensive Financial Report.
Sec. 7233. Section 47-392.02 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Subsection (j-2)(3) is amended by striking the phrase “shall be equal to 8.33% of the
General Fund operating budget” and inserting the phrase “shall be equal to 10% of the General
Fund operating budget” in its place.
(b) Subsection (j-3) is amended as follows:
(1) The existing text is designated as paragraph (1).
(2) The newly designated paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase
“Comprehensive Annual Financial Report” and inserting the phrase “Annual Comprehensive
Financial Report” in its place.
(3) A new paragraph (2) is added to read as follows:
“(2) If, upon the issuance of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Comprehensive
Financial Report, the Fiscal Stabilization Reserve Account is not fully funded as specified in
subsection (j-1)(3) of this section, the Fiscal Year 2027 budget shall allocate a sufficient amount
to achieve full funding.”.
Sec. 7234. (a) Beginning December 30, 2024, and on a quarterly basis thereafter, the
Chief Financial Officer shall submit a report to the Council that includes a statement on the
balance and activities of the:
(1) Emergency reserve fund, established by section 450A(a) of the District of
Columbia Home Rule Act, approved November 22, 2000 (114 Stat. 2440; D.C. Official Code §
1-204.50a(a));
(2) Contingency reserve fund, established by section 450A(b) of the District of
Columbia Home Rule Act, approved November 22, 2000 (114 Stat. 2440; D.C. Official Code §
1-204.50a(b));
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(4) Cash flow reserve account, established by D.C. Official Code § 47-392.02(j-
2).
(b) No later than December 1, 2024, the Chief Financial Officer shall submit a report to
the Council that includes:
(1) An evaluation of the District’s existing cash flow management practices;
(2) A summary of cash flow management practices in comparable jurisdictions;
and
(3) Recommendations for the optimization and modernization of the District’s
cash flow management, including:
(A) An analysis of eligible uses of borrowed funds, federal funds, and
other resources; and
(B) An analysis of existing funds, accounts, and other resources not
currently included in the District’s cash flow management practices.
Sec. 7235. (a) Notwithstanding any provision of law, and subject to the limitations in
subsection (b) of this section, the Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) may use monies in the
following funds as part of the District’s cash flow management:
(1) The Housing Production Trust Fund, established by section 3 of the Housing
Production Trust Fund Act of 1988, effective March 16, 1989 (D.C. Law 7-202; D.C. Official
Code § 42-2802);
(2) The Universal Paid Leave Fund, established by section 1152 of the Universal
Paid Leave Implementation Fund Act of 2016, effective October 8, 2016 (D.C. Law 21-160;
D.C. Official Code § 32-551.01); and
(3) The Lottery, Gambling, and Gaming Fund, established by section 4 of the Law
to Legalize Lotteries, Daily Numbers Games, and Bingo and Raffles for Charitable Purposes in
the District of Columbia, effective March 10, 1981 (D.C. Law 3-172; D.C. Official Code § 36-
601.12).
(b)(1) Prior to using the monies in the funds identified in subsection (a) of this section,
the CFO shall first consult with the Agency Fiscal Officer and the appropriate agency director to
ensure such use does not adversely affect authorized uses of the funds.
(2) Any amounts used pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall be
replenished to the appropriate fund before the end of the fiscal year in which they were used.
Sec. 7236. Applicability.
Sections 7232 and 7235 shall apply as of June 29, 2024.
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SUBTITLE Y. REAL PROPERTY TAX
Sec. 7241. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Real Property Tax Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7242. Chapter 8 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) Section 47-802 is amended by adding a new paragraph (18) to read as follows:
“(18) The term “Class 1B Property cost-of-living adjustment” for any real
property tax year means $2,500,000 multiplied by the difference between the Consumer Price
Index for the preceding tax year and the Consumer Price Index for the tax year 2024 divided by
the Consumer Price Index for tax year 2024. For the purposes of this paragraph, the Consumer
Price Index for any real property tax year is the average of the Consumer Price Index for the
Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan Statistical Area for all urban consumers published by the
Department of Labor, or any successor index, as of the close of the 12-month period ending on
September 30 of such tax year.”.
(b) Section 47-812 is amended by adding a new subsection (b-12) to read as follows:
“(b-12)(1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, the provisions
of this subsection shall apply for tax year 2025 and each tax year thereafter.
“(2) The sum of the real property tax rates and special real property tax rates for
taxable Class 1A Property in the District of Columbia for tax year 2025, and each tax year
thereafter, shall be $0.85 of each $100 of taxable assessed value.
“(3)(A) The sum of the real property tax rates and special real property tax rates
for taxable Class 1B Property in the District of Columbia for tax year 2025, and each tax year
thereafter, shall be:
“(i) For the first $2,500,000 of taxable assessed value, $0.85 of
each $100 of taxable assessed value; and
“(ii) For the portion of the taxable assessed value above
$2,500,000, $1.00 of each $100 of taxable assessed value.
“(B) Beginning with tax year 2026, the threshold amount set forth in
subparagraph (A)(i) and (ii) of this paragraph shall be increased annually by the Class 1B
Property cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in a multiple of $1,000,
rounded to the next lowest multiple of $1,000).
“(4)(A) Beginning with tax year 2026, the Mayor shall compute the real property
tax rates (rounded up to the nearest penny) for Class 1A and 1B Properties calculated to yield in
that tax year the same amount of taxes for each class estimated to be collected during the
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“(ii) The percentage increase in the total aggregate assessment of
taxable real property for Class 1A or 1B Properties.
“(B) By January 5 of the applicable tax year, the Mayor shall submit to the
Council the real property tax rates computed under this paragraph.”.
(b) Section 47-813 is amended by adding a new subsection (c-9) to read as follows:
“(c-9)(1) For tax year 2025 and thereafter, the following classes of taxable real property
are established:
“(A) Class 1A Property;
“(B) Class 1B Property;
“(C) Class 2 Property;
“(D) Class 3 Property; and
“(E) Class 4 Property.
“(2)(A) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph and subject to paragraphs
(4) and (5) of this subsection, Class 1A Property shall be comprised of residential real property
that is improved and its legal use is for nontransient residential dwelling purposes, and that is not
Class 1B Property; provided, that such property may be used to host transient guests pursuant to
an unexpired short-term rental license endorsement issued pursuant to § 30-201.04.
“(B) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph and subject to
paragraphs (4) and (5) of this subsection, Class 1B property shall be comprised of residential real
property that is improved and its legal use is for nontransient residential dwelling purposes with
no more than two dwelling units (excluding any housing cooperative), whether as a row, semi-
detached, or detached structure, or comprising no more than 2 contiguous condominium units
under common ownership; provided, that such property may be used to host transient guests
pursuant to an unexpired short-term rental license endorsement issued pursuant to § 30-201.04.
“(C) Unimproved real property located within a zone designated as
residential shall be classified as Class 1A Property.
“(D) Real property used as a parking lot that appertains to improved Class
1A or 1B Property and has obtained approval required from the District government for use as a
parking lot shall be classified as Class 1A Property.
“(E) Unimproved real property that abuts Class 1A or 1B Property shall be
classified as Class 1A Property if the real property and the Class 1A or 1B Property have
common ownership.
“(F) Unimproved real property that is separated from Class 1A or 1B
Property by a public alley less than 30 feet wide shall be classified as 1A Property if:
“(i) The real property is less than 1,000 square feet;
“(ii) The zoning regulations adopted by the Zoning Commission
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“(iii) The real property and the Class 1A or 1B Property separated
by the alley from the real property have common ownership.
“(3) Class 2 Property shall be comprised of all real property which is not Class 1A
Property, Class 1B Property, Class 3 Property, or Class 4 Property.
“(4)(A) Class 3 Property shall be comprised of all improved real property that
appears on the list compiled under § 42-3131.16.
“(B) The Office of Tax and Revenue may request the Mayor to inspect the
improved real property to determine whether the property is correctly included on the list
compiled under § 42-3131.16.
“(5)(A) Class 4 Property shall be comprised of all improved real property that
appears on the list compiled under § 42-3131.17.
“(B) The Office of Tax and Revenue may request the Mayor to inspect the
improved real property to determine whether the property is correctly included on the list
compiled under § 42-3131.17.”.
(c) Section 47-824 is amended by adding a new subsection (e) to read as follows:
“(e) Notwithstanding subsection (b) of this section and for tax year 2025, Class 1
Property shall be re-classified as Class 1A or 1B Property pursuant to § 47-813(c-9) and shall not
receive a notice concerning such re-classification.”.
Sec. 7243. Conforming amendments.
(a) The Business Improvement Districts Act of 1996, effective May 29, 1996 (D.C.
Law 11-134; D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.01 et seq.), is amended as follows:
(1) Section 3(24)(B) (D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.02(24)(B)) is amended by
striking the phrase “Class 1 Property, as defined in § 47-813,” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A
or 1B Property, as defined in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(2) Section 210(c)(1)(D) (D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.60(c)(1)(D)) is amended
by striking the phrase “Class 1 Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A Property” in its
place.
(3) Section 211(c)(1)(C) (D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.61(c)(1)(C)) is amended to
read as follows:
“(C) The amount of $120 per unit annually of Class 1A Property that
contains 5 or more residential units available for rental for non-transient residential dwelling
purposes that were placed in service after July 17, 1985. All other Class 1A or 1B Property is
exempt from this BID tax.”.
(4) Section 212(c)(1)(C)(i) (D.C. Official Code § 2-1215.62(c)(1)(C)(i)) is
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purposes that were placed in service after July 17, 1985. All other Class 1A or 1B Property is
exempt from this BID tax.”.
(b) Section 2(a) of the Roadway, Alley and Sidewalk Improvement Act of 1994, effective
September 24, 1994 (D.C. Law 10-186; D.C. Official Code § 9-401.18(a)), is amended as
follows:
(1) Paragraph (1) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1 Property” and
inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1 Property” both times
it appears and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(c) Section 302(21) of the District of Columbia Deed Recordation Tax Act, approved
March 2, 1962 (76 Stat. 11; D.C. Official Code § 42-1102(21)), is amended by striking the
phrase “Class 1 Property” both times it appears and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B
Property” in its place.
(d) Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as follows:
(1) Chapter 8 is amended as follows:
(A) Section 47-829(e-1) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property, as defined under § 47-813(c-8)(2)(A),” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B
Property, as defined in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(B) Section 47-845(a) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1 Property
as defined in § 47-813(c)(1)” and inserting the phrase “Class 1B Property, as defined in § 47-
813(c-9)(2)” in its place.
(C) Section 47-845.03(a)(4)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property, as defined in § 47-813,” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property, as defined
in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(D) Section 47-849(2) is amended as follows:
(i) Subparagraph (A)(ii) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property, as defined in § 47-813,” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property, as defined
in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(ii) Subparagraph (B)(i) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property, as defined under § 47-813,” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property, as
defined in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(E) Section 47-863(a)(1A) is amended as follows:
(i) Subparagraph (A)(ii) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property, as defined in § 47-813,” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property, as defined
in § 47-813(c-9)(2),” in its place.
(ii) The lead-in language of subparagraph (B) is amended by
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(F) Section 47-873 is amended as follows:
(i) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(ii) The lead-in language of subsection (b) is amended by striking
the phrase “Class 1 Property” both times it appears and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B
Property” in its place.
(2) Chapter 13A is amended as follows:
(A) Section 47-1332 is amended as follows:
(i) Subsection (c) is amended as follows:
(I) Paragraph (2) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(II) Paragraph (3) is amended by striking the phrase “Class
1 Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(ii) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(B) Section 47-1366(b)(3) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
(C) Section 47-1382.01(a) is amended by striking the phrase “Class 1
Property” and inserting the phrase “Class 1A or 1B Property” in its place.
SUBTITLE Z. GALA HISPANIC THEATRE TAX REBATE
Sec. 7251. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “GALA Hispanic Theatre Tax Rebate Congressional
Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7252. Section 47-4660 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended to read
as follows:
Ҥ 47-4660. GALA Hispanic Theatre; Lot 79, Square 2837.
“(a) The real property taxes paid with respect to Square 2837, Lot 0079 shall be rebated
to Grupo de Artistas Latinoamericanos, G.A.L.A., Inc., also known as the GALA Hispanic
Theatre (“GALA”); provided, that:
“(1) GALA is liable under the lease for its proportionate share of the real property
tax;
“(2) During the applicable tax year, GALA actually occupies the space in the
building in Square 2837, Lot 0079 that it has leased from the lessor
“(3) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, GALA applies for the
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“(4) The real property tax was paid.
“(b) The rebate shall be the amount of the portion of the real property tax that was paid,
directly or indirectly, by GALA under its lease with the lessor; provided, that this amount shall
not exceed the extent of GALA’s proportionate share of the real property tax incurred as
reasonably allocated in relation to the net rentable area of the leased space.
“(c) The application for the rebate shall include:
“(1) A copy of the lease with lessor;
“(2) A description of the real property’s total net rentable area and the portion
leased to GALA; and
“(3) Documentation that the real property tax has been paid.
“(d) If a proper application has been made, the Chief Financial Officer shall rebate the tax
on or before December 31 of the same calendar year in which the tax was paid.
“(e) The rebate provided by this section shall be available for tax years beginning after
September 30, 2024; except, that GALA may, on or before September 15, 2025, apply for a
rebate of its proportionate share of real property tax that it paid with respect to tax year 2024,
and, if a proper application has been made and GALA meets the eligibility criteria provided in
this section, the Chief Financial Officer shall rebate such amount on or before December 31,
2025.
“(f) The rebate provided pursuant to this section shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of,
any other tax, financial, or development incentive, or tax credit, or any other type of incentive
provided to GALA under any District or federal program.”.
SUBTITLE AA. CHILD TAX CREDIT
Sec. 7261. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Child Tax Credit Congressional Review Emergency
Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7262. Chapter 18 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(a) The table of contents is amended by adding a new section designation to read as
follows:
“47-1806.17. Child Tax Credit.”.
(b) A new section 47-1806.17 is added to read as follows:
Ҥ 47-1806.17. Child tax credit.
“(a) For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, there shall be allowed a credit
against the tax imposed by this chapter for each qualifying child of the taxpayer for which the
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“(A) For the taxable year beginning January 1, 2025, $420 for each
qualifying child who has not reached the age of 6 years by December 31, 2025, up to a maximum
of 3 qualifying children; and
“(B) For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, $420 for each
qualifying child who has not reached the age of 6 years by December 31 of the taxable year, up
to a maximum of 3 qualifying children, increased annually pursuant to the cost-of-living
adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in a multiple of $5, rounded down to the next
multiple of $5).
“(2) The amount of the credit shall be reduced by $20 for each $1,000 (or fraction
thereof) by which the taxpayer’s adjusted gross income exceeds the threshold amount; except,
that the reductions cannot reduce the credit below zero.
“(3) In the case of a return made for a fractional part of a taxable year, the credit
allowable under this section shall be reduced to an amount that bears the same ratio to the full
credit provided as the number of months in the period for which the return is made to 12 months.
“(c) The credit claimed under this section in a taxable year may exceed the taxpayer’s tax
liability under this subchapter for that taxable year and shall be refundable to the taxpayer
claiming the credit. Any refunds paid to the taxpayer pursuant to this section shall not be
considered income for the purpose of determining eligibility for or benefit amount of public
assistance.
“(d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a taxpayer shall not be eligible
to receive a credit if:
“(1) The taxpayer does not claim the qualifying child as a dependent on the
taxpayer’s federal and District income tax returns for that taxable year; or
“(2) The taxpayer was not a resident of the District for the entire calendar year
preceding the year in which a claim for this credit is filed.
“(e) For the purposes of this section, the term:
“(1) “Base year” means the calendar year beginning January 1, 2025, or the
calendar year beginning one calendar year before the calendar year in which the new dollar
amount of the credit amount or eligibility income threshold amount shall become effective,
whichever is later.
“(2) “Consumer Price Index” means the average of the Consumer Price Index for
All Urban Consumers for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-MD-VA-WV Metropolitan
Statistical Area (or such successor metropolitan statistical area that includes the District), or any
successor index, as of the close of the 12-month period ending on July 31 of such calendar year.
“(3) “Cost-of-living adjustment” means an amount, for any calendar year, equal to
a dollar amount set forth in this section multiplied by the difference between the Consumer Price
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“(4) “Dependent” shall have the same meaning under section 152 of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986.
“(5) “Threshold amount” means the adjusted gross income reported on the
taxpayer’s return in the following amounts:
“(A) For the taxable year beginning January 1, 2025:
“(i) $160,000 in the case of an unmarried individual filing as
single, head of household, or qualifying widow(er);
“(ii) $240,000 in the case of married individuals or registered
domestic partners filing either jointly or separately on a combined return; or
“(iii) $120,000 in the case of an individual filing as married filing
separately.
“(B) For taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, increased
annually pursuant to the cost-of-living adjustment (if the adjustment does not result in a multiple
of $100, rounded down to the next multiple of $100):
“(i) $160,000 in the case of an unmarried individual filing as single,
head of household, or qualifying widow(er);
“(ii) $240,000 in the case of married individuals or registered
domestic partners filing either jointly or separately on a combined return; or
“(iii) $120,000 in the case of an individual filing as married filing
separately.
“(6) “Qualifying child” shall have the same meaning as under section 24(c)(1) of
the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.”.
SUBTITLE BB. STUDIO THEATRE TAX EXEMPTION AMENDMENT
Sec. 7271. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Studio Theatre Housing Property Tax Exemption
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
Sec. 7272. Section 47-1082(a)(2) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended
by striking the phrase “Lot 0094, Square 179” and inserting the phrase “Lot 0058, Square 2664”
in its place.
SUBTITLE CC. SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION PROVISIONS
Sec. 7281. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Subject to Appropriation Repeals and Modifications
Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2024”.
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Sec. 7282. Section 14(a) of the Vision Zero Enhancement Omnibus Amendment Act of
2020, effective December 23, 2020 (D.C. Law 23-158; 67 DCR 13057), is amended by striking
the phrase “7(e), 8, 9, and 12” and inserting the phrase “7(e), 8(a), 8(b), 8(d), 8(e), 9, and 12” in
its place.
Sec. 7283. Section 6 of the Limited Equity Cooperative Advisory Council Act of 2022,
effective February 23, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-243; 69 DCR 15091), is repealed.
Sec. 7284. Section 5 of the Howard University Property Tax Exemption Clarification
Amendment Act of 2022, effective March 10, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-324; 70 DCR 873), is
repealed.
Sec. 7285. Section 9 of the Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2022, effective March
22, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-332; 70 DCR 1582), is amended as follows:
(a) Subsection (a) is amended by striking the phrase “Sections 3(m), 4, 7, and 8” and
inserting the phrase “Sections 4 and 7” in its place.
(b) Subsection (c)(2) is amended by striking the phrase “this act” and inserting the phrase
“the provisions identified in subsection (a) of this section” in its place.
Sec. 7286. Section 9 of the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive Amendment
Act of 2022, effective March 22, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-333; 70 DCR 1524), is amended to read as
follows:
“Sec. 9. Applicability.
“This act shall apply as of October 1, 2025.”.
Sec. 7287. Section 6 of the Migratory Local Wildlife Protection Act of 2022, effective
March 22, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-337; 70 DCR 1569), is repealed.
Sec. 7288. Section 3 of the Expanding Access to Fertility Treatment Amendment Act of
2023, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-49; 70 DCR 10351), is repealed.
Sec. 7289. Section 3 of the Access to Emergency Medications Amendment Act of 2023,
effective February 15, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-124; 70 DCR 16578), is repealed.
Sec. 7290. The Secure DC Omnibus Amendment Act of 2024, effective June 8, 2024
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(a) Amendatory section 301 of the Second Chance Amendment Act of 2022, effective
March 10, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-284; 70 DCR 913), in section 40(b) is amended by striking the
date “October 1, 2024” and inserting the date “March 1, 2025” in its place.
(b) Section 45(a)(1) is amended by striking the phrase “Sections 2, 5, 9, 14, 16, 28(b) and
(c), 30(f), (g), (h), and (k), 32, 33, amendatory section 7 in section 37, 40, 41, and 44” and
inserting the phrase “Sections 2(a) and the second subsection designated (b), 5, 9, 14, 28(b), 32,
33, amendatory section 7 in section 37, 41, and 44” in its place.
Sec. 7291. Section 5 of the Black LGBTQIA+ History Preservation Establishment Act of
2024, effective June 12, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-176; 71 DCR 5021), is repealed.
Sec. 7292. Section 10 of the Open Movie Captioning Requirement Amendment Act of
2024, effective July 19, 2024 (D.C. Law 25-190; D.C. Official Code § 2-1204.21 et seq.), is
repealed.
TITLE VIII. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS
Sec. 8001. Short title.
This subtitle may be cited as the “Technical Amendments Congressional Review
Emergency Act of 2024”.
Sec. 8002. (a) Amendatory section 8a of the Performance Parking Pilot Zone Act of
2008, effective September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50: D.C. Official Code § 50-2538), in section
6112(b) of the Greater U Street Performance Parking Zone Amendment Act of 2023, effective
September 6, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-50; 70 DCR 10366), is amended as follows:
(1) The section heading is amended by striking the phrase “Parking Pilot Zone”
and inserting the phrase “Parking Zone” in its place.
(2) Subsection (d) is amended by striking the phrase “the pilot program in the
zone” and inserting the phrase “the program in the zone” in its place.
(b) Section 9q(b) of the Department of Transportation Establishment Act of 2002,
effective November 13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; D.C. Official Code § 50-921.25(b)), is amended
as follows:
(1) The lead-in language is amended as follows:
(A) Strike the phrase “deposited in the revenue from fines” and insert the
phrase “deposited in the Fund revenue from fines” in its place.
(B) Strike the phrase “in excess of the following threshholds” and insert
the phrase “in excess of the following thresholds” in its place.
(2) Paragraph (4) is amended by striking the figure “$227,341,000” and inserting
the figure “$277,341,000” in its place.
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(1) The section heading for section 28:3-401 is amended to read as follows:
“§ 28:3-401. Signature necessary for liability on instrument.”.
(2) Section 28:8-102(b)(6) is amended to read as follows:
“(6) “Delivery”. § 28:8-301.”.
(3) Section 28:9-104(a)(4)(B) is amended by striking the phrase “after
acknowledged” and inserting the phrase “after having acknowledged” in its place.
(4) Section 28:9-312 is amended as follows:
(A) The section heading is amended to read as follows:
Ҥ 28:9-312. Perfection of security interests in chattel paper, controllable
accounts, controllable electronic records, controllable payment intangibles, deposit accounts,
negotiable documents, goods covered by documents, instruments, investment property, letter-of-
credit rights, and money; perfection by permissive filing; temporary perfection without filing or
transfer of possession.”.
(B) Subsection (b)(3) is amended by striking the phrase “a security
interest” and inserting the phrase “A security interest” in its place.
(5) Section 28:9-406(d) is amended by striking the phrase “Except as otherwise
provided in subsections of this section” and inserting the phrase “Except as otherwise provided
in subsections (e) and (j) of this section” in its place.
(6) Section 28-9-601(b) is amended by striking the phrase “28:7-106, § 28:9-104,
§ 28:9-105, § 28:9-105A, § 28:9-107, § 28:9-107, or § 28:9-107A,” and inserting the phrase
“§ 28:7-106, § 28:9-104, § 28:9-105, § 28:9-105A, § 28:9-106, § 28:9-107, or § 28:9-107A”
in its place.
(7) The lead-in language of section 28:12-202(c) is amended by striking the
phrase “to 12-208:” and inserting the phrase “to 28:12-207:” in its place.
(d) Section 5(a)(1)(H) of the General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes for
Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Authorization Act of 2023, effective June 14, 2023 (D.C. Law 25-9; 70
DCR 6095), is amended by striking the number “6” and inserting the word “Recreation” in its
place.
(e) Amendatory section 47-825.01a(c)(7) of the District of Columbia Official Code in
section 2(a)(2) of the “Real Property Tax Appeals Commission Establishment Act of 2012,
effective July 13, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-155; 59 DCR 5590), is amended by striking the phrase
“Chapter 11 of Title 22” and inserting the phrase “Chapter 11 of Title 42” in its place.
(f) Chapter 10 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(1) The table of contents is amended by striking the second section designation
“47-1099.12” and inserting the section designation “47-1099.13” in its place.
(2) Subsection (b) of the first section designated as section 47-1099.12 is
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(3) The section heading of the second section designated as section 47-1099.12 is
amended by striking the phrase Ҥ 47-1099.12. University of the District of Columbia, Lot 0007,
Square 2051.” and inserting the phrase “§ 47-1099.13. University of the District of Columbia,
Lot 0007, Square 2051.” in its place.
(g) Amendatory section 1108(c-2)(6) of the District of Columbia Government
Comprehensive Merit Personnel Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-139; D.C.
Official Code § 1-611.08(c-2)(6)), in section 2003(c) of the Equity in the Arts and Humanities
Amendment Act of 2021, effective November 13, 2021 (D.C. Law 24-45; 68 DCR 10163), is
amended by striking the phrase “; and” and inserting a semicolon in its place.
(h) Section 2093(b) of the Food Policy Council Amendment Act of 2022, effective
September 21, 2022 (D.C. Law 24-167; 69 DCR 9223), is amended by striking the phrase “(7)”
both times it appears and inserting the phrase “(8)” in its place.
(i) Section 4(d)(3) of the Restoring Trust and Credibility to Forensic Sciences Amendment
Act of 2022, effective April 21, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-348; 70 DCR 937), is amended by striking
the phrase “(8)” both times it appears and inserting the phrase “(9)” in its place.
(j) Section 47-1806.02(f)(3) of the District of Columbia Official Code is amended as
follows:
(1) Subparagraph (A) is amended by striking the phrase “defined in § 151(c)(3)
of” and inserting the phrase “defined in § 152(f)(1) of” in its place.
(2) Subparagraph (B) is amended by striking the phrase “defined in § 151(c)(4)
of” and inserting the phrase “defined in § 152(f)(2) of” in its place.
TITLE IX. APPLICABILITY; FISCAL IMPACT; EFFECTIVE DATE
Sec. 9001. Applicability.
Except as otherwise provided, this act shall apply as of October 1, 2024.
Sec. 9002. Fiscal impact statement.
The Council adopts the fiscal impact statement of the Chief Financial Officer as the fiscal
impact statement required by section 4a of the General Legislative Procedures Act of 1975,
approved October 16, 2006 (120 Stat. 2038; D.C. Official Code § 1-301.47a).
Sec. 9003. Effective date.
This act shall take effect following approval by the Mayor (or in the event of veto by the
Mayor, action by the Council to override the veto), and shall remain in effect for no longer than
90 days, as provided for emergency acts of the Council of the District of Columbia in section
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412(a) of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat. 788;
D.C. Official Code § 1-204.12(a)).
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Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
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Mayor
District of Columbia