B23-0870 - Protecting Business and Workers from COVID-19 Emergency Amendment Act of 2020
To require, on an emergency basis, employers to adopt and implement social distancing policies that require employees to wear personal protective equipment in the workplace, to require employers to provide employees with personal protective equipment, to permit employers to require that employees inform their employers of a positive test for an active COVID-19 infection, to prohibit retaliation against an employee who refuses to work with or serve an individual who refuses to social distance or wear personal protective equipment, to prohibit retaliation against an employee because the employee tests positive for, is quarantining because of COVID-19, or is caring for someone who has symptoms of or is quarantining because of COVID-19, and to prohibit retaliation against an employee who attempts to exercise any right or protection under Title I or to stop or prevent a violation of the worker safety provisions of Title I.
Date introduced: 07/27/20 Status: Passed
Vote: 10-3 in favor "No" votes: Todd, Grosso, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0870
PR23-0914 - Protecting Business and Workers from COVID-19 Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2020
To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to require workplaces to have policies for social distancing, face coverings, and access to personal protective equipment; and to provide funds for small businesses to purchase personal protective equipment; and to prohibit retaliation against workers who act in the interest of the health and safety of themselves, coworkers, and customers.
Date introduced: 07/27/20 Status: Approved
Vote: 9-4 in favor "No" votes: Bonds, Cheh, Todd, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/PR23-0914
B23-0871 - Protecting Business and Workers from COVID-19 Temporary Amendment Act of 2020
Date introduced: 07/27/20 Status: Under Council Review
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0871
B23-0617 - Housing Finance Agency Conflict of Interest Prevention Amendment Act of 2020
As introduced Bill 23-617 prevents conflicts of interest with members of the Board of Directors of the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency by prohibiting the use of District government funding programs while serving the Agency.
Date introduced: 01/21/20 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: T. White, Cheh, Grosso, Allen, Gray
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0617
B23-0570 - First Source Resident Employment Amendment Act of 2019
As introduced Bill 23-570 requires the Department of Employment Services ("DOES") to permit organizations to provide DOES with qualified candidates for inclusion in the First Source Register. The register was established to ensure that District residents are given priority for new jobs created by municipal financing and development programs. It requires DOES to proactively identify individuals who are "hard to serve" and to develop standard operating procedures for its role in First Source. Among other things, it requires that the workforce intermediary program be used exclusively for First Source projects or contracts.
Date introduced: 12/03/19 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: R. White, Bonds, Nadeau, Gray, T. White
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0570
B23-0436 - First Source Community Accountability Amendment Act of 2019
As introduced Bill 23-436 requires special hiring agreements be completed prior to the beginning of a project. It must be accepted by the Department of Employment Services ("DOES") and posted on the Department's website. Reports providing information on every First Source project DOES is monitoring shall be submitted to the Council quarterly. It also requires an online list of current First Source projects.
Date introduced: 11/17/19 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: Nadeau, Todd, Bonds, Cheh, R. White, T. White, Mendelson, Evans, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0436
CER23-0192 - Opportunity Week Recognition Resolution of 2019
To declare the week of November 10 through November 16, 2019, as Opportunity Week in the District of Columbia and emphasize the promise of young people who are out of school and out of work (or “Opportunity Youth”).
Date introduced: 11/04/19
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER23-0192
CER23-0193 - Apprenticeship Week Recognition Resolution of 2019
To declare the week of November 11 through November 17, 2019, as Apprenticeship Week in the District of Columbia, in celebration of the benefits of apprenticeships in preparing a highly-skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries.
Date introduced: 11/04/19
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER23-0193
CER23-0178 - DC Access 20th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2019
To celebrate the outstanding service of DC Access to the Capitol Hill neighborhood and broader Washington, D.C. area over the past 20 years.
Date introduced: 10/17/19
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER23-0178
CER23-0179 - Lutheran Church of the Reformation 150th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2019
To recognize and honor Lutheran Church of the Reformation on the occasion of its 150thanniversary on Reformation Sunday, October 27, 2019.
Date introduced: 10/17/19
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER23-0179
B23-0494 - Ban on Non-Compete Agreements Amendment Act of 2019
As introduced Bill 23-494 bans the use of non-compete provisions in employment agreements and workplace policies. It also protects employees' right to make a complaint or file a court case and it bars employers from retaliating against employees who inquire about their rights. Among other things, it specifies statutory penalties and relief for noncompliance.
Date introduced: 10/08/19 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: Evans, Allen, T. White, Cheh, Nadeau, Bonds, Mendelson, Gray
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0494
B23-0041 - Taxpayer Advocate Act of 2019
As introduced it establishes the Office of the Taxpayer Advocate as an independent agency. The agency mission is to assist taxpayers in resolving complex tax problems with the District that have not been resolved through normal channels.
Date introduced: 01/08/19 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: Todd, R. White, Bonds, Grosso, Nadeau, Allen, Cheh, Evans
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0041
B23-0042 - Substandard Construction Relief Amendment Act of 2019
As introduced it requires Construction Code violators who damage adjoining property be ordered to repair the damage or pay restitution to the owner.
Date introduced: 01/08/19 Status: Under Council Review
Supporters: Bonds, Evans, Cheh, T. White, Todd, Nadeau, R. White, McDuffie, Gray, Allen, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B23-0042
CER22-0452 - The Eric Fund 20th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2018
To recognize and honor The Eric C. Savader Memorial Disabilities Fund for providing assistive equipment and technical devices to people with disabilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
Date introduced: 12/14/18
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0452
CER22-0438 - Apprenticeship Week Recognition Resolution of 2018
To declare the week of November 12 through November 18, 2018, as Apprenticeship Week in the District of Columbia, in celebration of the benefits of apprenticeships in preparing a highly-skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries.
Date introduced: 11/09/18
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0438
CER22-0439 - Sig and Susan Cohen Recognition Resolution of 2018
To celebrate the outstanding leadership, selfless service, and ongoing devotion of Sig and Susan Cohen to the Hill Havurah, Capitol Hill, and wider Washington communities.
Date introduced: 11/09/18
Supporters: Allen
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0439
CER22-0408 - Black Cat 25th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2018
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Black Cat, located on the District’s historic U Street corridor, and recognize Black Cat owners Dante and Catherine Ferrando for their longstanding commitment to fostering the District’s local music scene and arts community.
Date introduced: 10/01/18
Supporters: Nadeau, Cheh, Allen, Gray, Bonds, R. White, Evans, Todd, Grosso
Vote: 11-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0408
B22-0905 - Real Estate LLC Transparency Amendment Act of 2018
As introduced, this bill authorizes the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs to require disclosure of all persons with a financial interest in a Limited Liability Company or Limited Liability Partnership seeking a residential housing endorsement to a Basic Business License.
Provisions of this bill have been incorporated in Bill 22-317.
Date introduced: 07/10/18 Status: Expired
Supporters: Nadeau, Allen, R. White, Cheh, T. White, Bonds
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0905
CER22-0351 - S3 Recognition Resolution of 2018
To recognize and honor Mikayla Sharrieff, India Skinner, and Bria Snell for their outstanding achievements in the prestigious 2018 NASA Goddard Optimus Prime Spinoff Promotion & Research Challenge, their academic accomplishments at Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, and their poise and resilience in the face of adversity.
Date introduced: 06/04/18
Supporters: Grosso, Nadeau, Cheh, McDuffie, Gray, Bonds, R. White, Evans, Todd, Allen, T. White, Mendelson
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0351
B22-0777 - Pathways to District Government Careers Act of 2018
Law 22-211 promotes priority in applications and interviews for entry-level positions to District public and public charter high school graduates, as well as those who received a GED or High School equivalency credential from the District of Columbia. It also establishes an apprenticeship program in District government employment. The Department of Human Resources is required to develop partnerships to foster applications and hiring.
Date introduced: 04/10/18 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: T. White, Allen, R. White, Gray, Evans, Nadeau, Todd, Grosso, Mendelson, Cheh, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0777
B22-0684 - Blighted Property Redevelopment Amendment Act of 2018
As introduced, this bill authorizes the Mayor to reclassify blighted vacant properties as vacant properties when provided with evidence that a property owner will meet the vacant property definition prior to final inspection. It also establishes the criteria used to determine that a vacant building is not a blighted vacant building.
Provisions of this bill have been incorporated in Bill 22-317.
Date introduced: 02/06/18 Status: Expired
Supporters: Grosso, Nadeau, Evans
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0684
B22-0667 - District of Columbia Education Charitable Donations Amendment Act of 2018
As introduced, this bill creates a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for charitable donations in support of public education in the District of Columbia. It also establishes the District of Columbia Public Education Investment Fund. Money deposited in the fund shall be used for public education in the District of Columbia.
Date introduced: 01/23/18 Status: Expired
Supporters: R. White, Bonds, Allen, Grosso, Nadeau, Gray, T. White
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0667
PR22-0724 - Adult Career Pathways Task Force Expansion Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2018
To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend the Adult Literacy Task Force Act of 2014 to include business community representatives on the Adult Career Pathways Task Force.
Date introduced: 01/09/18 Status: Approved
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/PR22-0724
B22-0656 - Adult Career Pathways Task Force Expansion Emergency Amendment Act of 2018
To Amend the Adult Literacy Task Force Act of 2014 to include business community representatives on the Adult Career Pathways Task Force.
Date introduced: 01/09/18 Status: Enacted
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0656
CER22-0240 - David Sheon Recognition Resolution of 2017
To recognize and honor David Sheon for his many contributions to the District of Columbia through his service as an entrepreneur, Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, founder of DC Community Carrot, and longtime resident of Petworth in Ward 4.
Date introduced: 12/13/17
Supporters: Todd
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0240
B22-0617 - Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program Enhancement Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill requires that all applicants' age and residency must be certified by DOES prior to receiving placement. It sets time frames for placement and requires all host employers and sites be finalized before May 15. DOES shall provide age appropriate program placements as well as provide additional support for applicants and participants with disabilities.
Date introduced: 12/05/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: Nadeau, R. White, Cheh, T. White, Grosso, Evans, Gray, Bonds, Allen, Mendelson, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0617
B22-0618 - Driver's License Revocation Fairness Amendment Act of 2017
Law 22-236 requires the District to end the practice of suspending or revoking drivers' licenses or automobile registration or driving privileges as a penalty for failure to pay a civil judgment arising out of the person's ownership, maintenance, or use of a motor vehicle.
Date introduced: 12/05/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 11-0 in favor
Supporters: Gray, T. White, Nadeau, Bonds
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0618
B22-0572 - Wage Garnishment Fairness Amendment Act of 2017
This law establishes limits on the amount that can be garnished from an individual's wages by factoring in gross wages and disposable wages. It prevents wage garnishment from individuals making less than a living wage and requires notice be provided to those whose wages will be garnished.
Date introduced: 11/07/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: Evans, T. White, Grosso, Nadeau, Bonds
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0572
PR22-0589 - Public Employee Relations Board Term Limit Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2017
As introduced, this resolution permits a member of the Public Employee Relations Board to serve 3 consecutive terms. Currently, a member may only serve up to two consecutive terms
Date introduced: 11/01/17 Status: Approved
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/PR22-0589
B22-0542 - Public Employee Relations Board Term Limit Emergency Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill permits a member of the Public Employee Relations Board to serve 3 consecutive terms. Currently, a member may only serve up to two consecutive terms
Date introduced: 11/1/17 Status: Enacted
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0542
B22-0543 - Public Employee Relations Board Term Limit Temporary Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill permits a member of the Public Employee Relations Board to serve 3 consecutive terms. Currently, a member may only serve up to two consecutive terms
Date introduced: 11/1/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0543
B22-0554 - Adult Career Pathways Taskforce Expansion Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill amends current law to require Council approval of mayoral nominees to the Adult Career Pathways Taskforce and adds three members to the Adult Career Pathways Task Force. The three new members must be representatives of the District business community from in-demand industry sectors.
Date introduced: 11/01/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0554
B22-0552 - Office of Employee Appeals Hearing Examiner Classification Amendment Act of 2017
This legislation classifies hearing examiners within the Office of Employee Appeals as legal service employees. It also requires that hearing examiners are licensed to practice law in DC.
Date introduced: 11/01/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0552
B22-0553 - Public Employee Relations Board Term Limit Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill permits a member of the Public Employee Relations Board to serve 3 consecutive terms. Currently, a member may only serve up to two consecutive terms
Date introduced: 10/31/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0553
B22-0505 - Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill establishes a new program in the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), the Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program. The program will provide financial assistance in the form of a zero interest loan to seniors who meet the eligibility requirements. The max amount that can be provided to a single homeowner over a five year period is $50,000.
Date introduced: 10/03/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: T. White, Gray, Bonds, Todd, R. White, Nadeau, Grosso
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0505
B22-0506 - Living Wage Certification Program Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill creates a voluntary living wage certification program within the Department of Small and Local Business Development for District employers that pay its employees a living wage. Approved employers will be given access to digital and physical copies of a unique certifying logo created by the Department.
Date introduced: 10/03/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: Cheh, R. White, Bonds, Gray, Allen, Nadeau, Grosso
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0506
B22-0448 - Senior Tenants and Residents with Disabilities Rental Assistance Program Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill establishes a new rental subsidy program for seniors and tenants with disabilities and specifies that the maximum amount that may be disbursed per recipient is $500 per month.
Date introduced: 9/19/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: T. White, R. White, Nadeau, Todd, Grosso, Bonds
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0448
B22-0449 - Small Business Advisory Council Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill creates a Small Business Advisory Council to advise the District on small business issues within the District including identifying systemic issues facing small businesses regarding their interactions with the District government.
Date introduced: 9/19/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: Todd, R. White, Nadeau, Allen, Cheh, Evans, T. White, Grosso
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0449
CER22-0181 - DC Force Recognition Resolution of 2017
To recognize and honor members of DC Force, the Greater Washington area’s first all-girl baseball team, for its outstanding performance at the 2017 Girls Baseball National Championship in Rockford, Illinois.
Date introduced: 09/18/17
Supporters: Nadeau, Cheh, Bonds
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0181
CER22-0180 - Adult Education and Family Literacy Awareness Week Recognition Resolution of 2017
To declare the week of September 24 through September 30, 2017 as “Adult Education and Family Literacy Awareness Week” in the District of Columbia.
Date introduced: 09/18/17
Supporters: Cheh, Allen, Todd, Grosso, Bonds, R. White, McDuffie, Mendelson
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0180
B22-0401 - Workforce Development System Transparency Act of 2017
Law 22-95 requires the Workforce Investment Council to develop and update annually a Workforce Development System Expenditure Guide outlining the District's government spending on workforce development and adult education across agencies.
Date introduced: 07/11/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: McDuffie, T. White, R. White, Cheh, Mendelson, Bonds, Evans, Gray, Grosso, Nadeau, Allen
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0401
B22-0316 - Housing Production Trust Fund Advanced Solicitations Amendment Act of 2017
As introduced, this bill authorizes the Mayor to solicit proposals and rank recipients for the expenditure of uncommitted tax revenues one fiscal year before the revenues are available, with the limitation that no contracts, obligations, or commitments may be made until the fiscal year in which the funds are available.
Date introduced: 06/06/17 Status: Expired
Supporters: R. White, Grosso, McDuffie, Bonds, Nadeau, Allen, Gray, T. White
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0316
B22-0103 - Child Care Study Act of 2017
Non-traditional child care is a service offered to parents whose work schedule is outside of the standard hours of 7 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Law 22-11 requires OSSE to conduct a study to evaluate the sufficiency of the number of non-traditional child care facilities. The evaluation must include the total number of current non-traditional facilities operating in the District, the current level of service being provided, the current need for non-traditional facilities, and recommendations. It also requires OSSE to assess the impact of increased education requirements for staff members as well as coordinate the sharing of necessary information with the Department of Employment Services.
Date introduced: 02/07/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 11-0 in favor
Supporters: Allen, Evans, Todd, R. White, Cheh
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0103
B22-0104 - Inclusionary Zoning Consistency Amendment Act of 2017
Law 22-24 amends income percentages associated with the low-income and middle-income designations within the Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Date introduced: 02/07/17 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: Nadeau, Bonds, Cheh, Allen, R. White, T. White, Mendelson, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B22-0104
CER22-0027 - National Wear Red Day Recognition Resolution of 2017
To honor “National Wear Red Day” in the District of Columbia, to recognize the importance of educating women in the District about the risks of cardiovascular disease, and to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women®campaign.
Date introduced: 02/06/17
Supporters: Nadeau, Gray, Cheh, Bonds
Vote: 12-0 in favor
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER22-0027
B21-0662 - Public Housing Rehabilitation Amendment Act of 2016
As introduced, this bill establishes a fund to support the rehabilitation of public housing units, the Public Housing Rehabilitation Fund. The fund shall consist of annual appropriations, unobligated funds remaining in the Rent Supplement Fund at the end of every fiscal year, interest accrued by the fund, and any other funds received by the District for the repair, rehabilitation, or renovating public housing. The bill requires the District of Columbia Housing Authority to submit a comprehensive report to the Council each year regarding its use of the Fund.
Date introduced: 03/15/16 Status: Expired
Supporters: Cheh, Nadeau, Allen, Grosso
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0662
B21-0655 - Wizards Practice Facility Cost Containment Act of 2016
As introduced this bill limits the District's monetary contribution to the arena project at St. Elizabeths East campus to $50,000,000.
Date introduced: 03/01/16 Status: Expired
Supporters: Grosso, Bonds, Cheh, Nadeau, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0655
PR21-0590 - Proposed Fixed Cost Contract No. DCEB-2016-C-5001 Approval Resolution of 2016
PR 21-590 extends the Council's review period for CA 21-318 to 45 days starting on Monday, February 22, 2016. The proposed contract will be deemed approved on Thursday, April 7, 2016, unless the Council adopts a disapproval or approval resolution prior to that time.
Date introduced: 03/01/16 Status: Expired
Supporters: Grosso, Cheh, Nadeau
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/PR21-0590
B21-0598 - Vacant Property Enforcement Amendment Act of 2016
Law 21-200 requires that a designation of vacant or blighted property remain until the property owner submits sufficient information to the Mayor to change the classification. It allows for certain exceptions from registering a property as vacant based on the current level of active construction or renovation. It clarifies that the allowable time for the exemption is one year for a residential building and two years for a commercial property. It increases the maximum fine of noncompliance with certain vacant registration requirements from $1000 to a fine not to exceed $5000.
Incorporates provisions from Bill 21-527, the "Vacant and Blighted Buildings Enforcement Amendment Act of 2015."
Date introduced: 02/02/16 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: Todd, May, Bonds, Evans, Cheh, Nadeau, McDuffie, Allen, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0598
B21-0566 - Living Wages for Publicly Supported Jobs Amendment Act of 2016
As introduced, this bill establishes that businesses receiving government assistance, government contracts, and certain tax benefits shall pay their affiliated employees no less than the living wage during the term of the contract or during the calendar year when the government assistance is received. The term "Affiliated employees" also includes certain subcontractor recipients of contracts and subcontractor recipients of government assistance.
Date introduced: 01/05/16 Status: Expired
Supporters: Nadeau, May, Allen, Cheh, McDuffie
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0566
B21-0527 - Vacant and Blighted Buildings Enforcement Amendment Act of 2015
As introduced, this bill requires that the classification of a building as vacant or blighted continues until the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) approves a change in classification; it sets up standards necessary to avoid a vacant property classification such as submitting evidence that demonstrates that the owner has been actively seeking in good faith to rent or sell it. DCRA is required to maintain and publish a list of buildings that are registered as, or have been determined to be, vacant or blighted vacant buildings.
Provisions incorporated into Bill 21-598, the "Vacant Property Enforcement Amendment Act of 2016."
Date introduced: 12/15/15 Status: Expired
Supporters: May, Todd, Orange, Nadeau, Cheh, Mendelson, Allen
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0527
B21-0415 - Universal Paid Leave Act of 2015
Law 21-264 establishes a paid leave system for all District residents and for workers who are employed in the District of Columbia. It allows for up to 8 weeks of paid family and medical leave and exempts federal government employees. A qualifying individual is one who becomes unable to perform their job functions because of a serious health condition, or an individual who is caring for a family member with a serious health condition, or other requirements as defined by the bill. It establishes the Family and Medical Leave Fund which includes funding from covered employers, the District government, eligible individuals, and interest earned on the money from the fund. Claims are filed with the District Government and the District must notify the employer within 3 business days of a claim being filed. By December 30, 2017 and quarterly thereafter, the Mayor shall submit to the Council a document that explains in detail the requirements needed in order to develop all software necessary to administer the paid-leave system pursuant to this act. By July 1, 2020, the Mayor shall commence the payment of paid-leave benefits provided for in this act.
Date introduced: 10/06/15 Status: Official Law
Vote: 9-4 in favor "No" votes: Alexander, Todd, May, Evans
Supporters: Grosso, Nadeau, McDuffie, Allen, May, and Cheh
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0415
B21-0370 - Unemployment Benefits Modernization Amendment Act of 2015
As introduced this bill Increases the maximum weekly benefit amount from $359 to $430 commencing on the effective date of the legislation. It standardizes the number of weeks of unemployment benefits that claimants can receive and reduces the amount that benefits are reduced, when claimants obtain limited part time work.
Incorporated into Bill 21-669 "Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Support Act of 2016" Title II, Subtitle L.
Date introduced: 09/22/15 Status: Expired
Supporters: Bonds, May, Todd, McDuffie, Allen, Cheh, Nadeau, Mendelson, Grosso, Orange
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0370
B21-0412 - Solar Energy Amendment Act of 2015
Electricity suppliers who operate in the District are required to pay fees if they fail to comply with the applicable renewable energy portfolio standards for each year. As introduced, this bill establishes that the current compliance fee amount of 50 cents per kilowatt-hour of shortfall from required solar energy sources, shall remain in effect until 2023. Currently, the fee amount is scheduled to be reduced incrementally. The bill also permits monies contained in the Renewable Energy Development Fund to be used to assist households making less than the area median income for the District of Columbia Metropolitan area.
Date introduced: 09/22/15 Status: Expired
Supporters: Cheh, Nadeau, Allen, Grosso, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0412
CER21-0048 - Laurie Solnik Recognition Resolution of 2015
To recognize Laurie Solnik as a dedicated and committed volunteer of Hill Havurah for her work that made a difference in the lives of many district residents.
Date introduced: 04/17/15
Supporters: Allen
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/CER21-0048
PR21-0137 - Sense of the Council in Support of Improving Inclusionary Zoning Resolution of 2015
To declare the sense of the Council in support of amendments to the inclusionary zoning regulations, Chapter 26 of Title 11 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations, whichrequire new and rehabilitated residential developments to include housing units permanently affordable to low- and moderate-income residents in exchange for permitting housing developers to obtain additional zoning density as a matter of right, to increase the availability of affordable housing.
Date introduced: 04/14/15 Status: Approved
Supporters: Orange, Nadeau, Alexander, Bonds, Grosso, Allen, Cheh, Evans, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/PR21-0137
B21-0120 - Wage Theft Prevention Clarification and Overtime Fairness Amendment Act of 2015
Law 21-266 requires all bona fide administrative, executive, and professional employees as defined in 7 D.C.M.R. 999.1 be paid at least once a month and exempts employers from being required to pay them twice a month. The legislation, among other things, clarifies that the Attorney General and certain membership organizations can bring civil enforcement actions in court. It revises criminal penalties for noncompliance. It removes the exemption of parking lot and garage attendants from District overtime laws. Among other things, it also requires employers, including temporary staffing agencies, to provide notice regarding payment to an employee in a second language if certain conditions are met. It clarifies the remedies and procedures available to those who claim employers are noncompliant with this legislation.
Date introduced: 03/03/15 Status: Official Law
Vote: 13-0 in favor
Supporters: Nadeau, Allen, Bonds, Mendelson
Full text: https://lims.dccouncil.us/Legislation/B21-0120