Health Public Hearing
2023-09-21 09:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Committee on Health will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0259, the “Social Work License Modernization Amendment Act of 2023”

The hearing will have a hybrid format, with the government appearing in-person, and the public witnesses appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. The public should sign up at https://bit.ly/HealthHearings. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1

9.21 CHLTH B25-0259

Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing
2023-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

PR25-0279, the “Department of Energy and Environment Richard Jackson Confirmation Resolution of 2023”

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18

9.21 TE PBLC HRNG Richard Jackson Confirmation Resolution Hearing Notice

Business & Economic Development Public Hearing
2023-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-0183, the “Society for Science Real Property Tax Exemption Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0229, the “Cost-Free Coverage for Prostate Cancer Screening Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0428, the “Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Real Property Tax Exemption Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify, in-person or virtually, and to submit written testimony. Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. All public witnesses will be allowed a maximum of three minutes to testify. At the discretion of the Chair, the length of time provided for oral testimony may be reduced or extended.

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1

9.28 CBED Public Hearing Notice

Transportation & the Environment & Public Works & Operations Joint Hearing
2023-10-04 09:30 - 17:30 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment and the Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold a joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0421, the “License Suspension Reform Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0422, the “Automated Traffic Enforcement Effectiveness Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0425, the “Strengthening Traffic 2 Enforcement, Education, and Responsibility (“STEER”) Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0435, the “Fraudulent Vehicle Tag Enforcement Amendment Act of 2023”

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1

10.04 TE PWO joint hearing notice B25-421, B25-0422, B25-0425, B25-435

Health Public Hearing
2023-10-04 09:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0321 – “Home Visiting Services Reimbursement Act of 2023”
B25-0419 – “Childhood Continuous Coverage Act of 2023”

The roundtable will have a hybrid format, with the government appearing in-person, and the public witnesses appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18

10.04 CHLTH HRNG B25-321 and B25-419

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2023-10-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Operations of the Office of Unified Communications’ 911 Call Center
Bill 25-344, “Office of Unified Communications Transparency and Accuracy Amendment Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Those who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All other witnesses will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1

10.05 JPS Pblc Hrng OUC 911 Call Center Operations and B25-344 Hearing Notice

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2023-10-11 09:30 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-318, the “Metro Safety Amendment Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10. Witnesses who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All others will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.11 JPS B25-318 Hearing Notice - Metro Safety Am Act

Public Works & Operations Public Hearing
2023-10-12 09:30 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold a Public Hearing on the following:

B25-0005, the “Uniform Commercial Code Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0151, the “Open Movie Captioning Requirement Act of 2023”
B25-0456, the “Tenant and Rowhouse Short-Term Rental Clarification Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Representatives of organizations will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for oral testimony, and individuals (and any subsequent representatives of the same organizations) will be allowed a maximum of three minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing
publicworks@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please email publicworks@dccouncil.gov or contact Sabrin Qadi, Legislative Aide, at (202) 834-8093.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.12 PWO Public Hearing_B25-0005, B25-0151, B25-0456

Housing Public Hearing
2023-10-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Housing will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0242, the “Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program Amendment Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify remotely or to submit written testimony. Anyone wishing to testify must sign up at bit.ly/coh_signup or by phone at (202) 727-8270, and provide their name, phone number or e-mail, organizational affiliation, title (if any), and personal pronouns by the close of business on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023. Witnesses are encouraged, but not required, to submit their testimony in writing electronically in advance to Housing@dccouncil.gov.Witnesses will participate remotely via Zoom. The Committee will follow-up with witnesses with additional instructions on how to provide testimony in advance of the proceeding.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.12 COHO Public Hearing Notice - B25-0242 the Reverse Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program Amendment Act of 2023

Facilities & Family Services Public Hearing
2023-10-12 11:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Facilities & Family Services will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-218, the “Work Order Integrity Amendment Act of 2023”
The topic of School Readiness

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. Testimony is limited
to three minutes for individual witnesses and five minutes for one representative of a bona fide organization. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign
language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible, but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing facilities@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Will Perkins, Committee Director, at 202-316-7862 or facilities@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.12 CFFS Revised Public Hearing Notice_B25-218 and School Readiness

Transportation & the Environment & Committee of the Whole Joint Hearing
2023-10-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment & The Committee of the Whole will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0279, the “Climatizing Our Overheated Living Spaces Regulation Amendment Act of 2023”

Anyone wishing to provide oral testimony must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by the close of business on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.12 TE COW JT HRNG Climatizing Our Overheated Living Spaces Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-10-18 12:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

PR 25-289, the “Director of the Department of Buildings Brian J. Hanlon Confirmation Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-469, the “Department of Buildings Chief Building Official Nicole Rogers Confirmation Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-470, the “Department of Buildings Zoning Administrator Kathleen Beeton Confirmation Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-471, the “Department of Buildings Strategic Enforcement Administrator Keith Parsons Confirmation Resolution of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Blaine Stum, Senior Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-8092 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.18 COW on PR25-289, PR25-469, PR25-470, and PR25-471 (Revised and Abbreviated)

Public Works & Operations Public Hearing
2023-10-19 09:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0182, the “Taking Rubbish Away from Small Homes Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0132, the “Requirement to Provide Notice of Intent to Remove Public Litter Containers Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0412, the “Litter Control Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Representatives of organizations will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for oral testimony, and individuals (and any subsequent representatives of the same organizations) will be allowed a
maximum of three minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as
soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing publicworks@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests. Witnesses will
receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please email publicworks@dccouncil.gov or contact Sabrin Qadi, Legislative Aide, at
(202) 834-8093.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD
10.19 PWO Notice of Hearing

Public Works & Operations Public Hearing
2023-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations will convene a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0282, the “Housing Subsidy Contract Stabilization Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 12 p.m. on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Representatives of organizations will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for oral testimony, and individuals (and any subsequent representatives of the same organizations) will be allowed a maximum of three minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing publicworks@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please email publicworks@dccouncil.gov or contact Sabrin Qadi, Legislative Aide, at (202) 834-8093.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.25 Notice of PWO Oct. 25 Hearing on B25-282

Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing
2023-10-26 09:30 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will convene a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0258, the “Access to Home Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0283, the “Trick-or-Streets Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0296, the “Prioritizing People in Planning Amendment Act of 2023”

Anyone wishing to provide oral testimony must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by the close of business on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.26 Committee on TE Public Space Bills Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Roundtable
2023-10-31 12:00 - 12:30 | Wilson Building Room 123, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
*Room Change from 412 to 123*
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Legislation:

PR 25-413, the “District of Columbia Retirement Board Adam Weers Reappointment Resolution of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the roundtable. If you have additional questions, please contact Evan Cash, Committee and Legislative Director, at (202) 724-8196 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

10.31 COW Hearing DCRB Weers

Transportation & the Environment & Public Works & Operations Joint Hearing
2023-11-01 10:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment & The Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-421, the “License Suspension Reform Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-422, the “Automated 2 Traffic Enforcement Effectiveness Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-425, the “Strengthening Traffic Enforcement, Education, and Responsibility (“STEER”) Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-435, the “Fraudulent Vehicle Tag Enforcement Amendment Act of 2023”

While the hearing will be limited to government witnesses, members of the public are invited to submit written statements that will be made part of the official record. Copies of written statements
should be submitted through the Council’s Hearing Management System https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings. The record will close at the end of the business day on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.01 TE PWO joint hearing notice B25-421, B25-0422, B25-0425, B25-435 government only

Facilities & Family Services Public Hearing
2023-11-02 11:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Facilities & Family Services will hold a public hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0043, the “Losing Outdated, Violent Exceptions Amendment Act of 2023″
B25-0243, the “Child and Family Services Agency Investigation Completion Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0464, the “Grandparent and Caregiver Subsidy Eligibility Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Testimony is limited to 3 minutes for individuals and 5 minutes for one representative of a bone fide organization. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation or require sign language interpretation are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five (5) business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please email facilities@dccouncil.gov or contact Sebastian Weinmann at sweinmann@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.2 CFFS Public Hearing Notice

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2023-11-08 10:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-479, the “Addressing Crime through Targeted Interventions and Violence Enforcement (“ACTIVE”) Amendment Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Witnesses who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All others will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.08 JPS B25-479 ACTIVE Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Oversight Hearing
2023-11-14 13:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Matter:

DC Public Schools Budgeting Practices

This hearing is limited to invited witnesses and agency representatives. Those who wish to submit testimony for the record may do so by using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings or by leaving a voicemail at (202) 430-6948 (up to 3 minutes which will be transcribed). Testimony will be publicly accessible upon Committee review. The record will close at 5:00 pm on Friday, November 24, 2023. If you have additional questions, please contact Bijan Verlin, Legislative Policy Advisor, at (202)724-4865 or bverlin@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.14 COW DCPS Budget Hearing

Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs Public Hearing
2023-11-15 11:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0133 – “Weekend Equal Access to Swimming Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0199 – “Department of Parks and Recreation Program Priority Registration Act of 2023”

Anyone wishing to testify must sign up in advance using this Google form by the close of business two business days before each respective hearing, which will be by 5:00pm on Monday, November 13, 2023.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.15 RLYA Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-342, “Public Charter School Board Term Clarification Amendment Act of 2023”
PR25-300, “Public Charter School Board Carisa Stanley Beatty Confirmation Resolution of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 13, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Bijan Verlin, Legislative Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-4865 or bverlin@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.15 COW PCSB Beatty PR25-300, B25-342 PCSB Term Clarification

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-540, the “School Improvement Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact LeKisha Jordan, Senior Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-8137 or ljordan@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.20 COW Hearing on 25-540, School Improvement Amendment Act of 2023

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-21 14:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-200, the “Educator Retention for Student Success Act of 2023”
Bill 25-499, the “Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Educators Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Bijan Verlin, Legislative Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-4865 or bverlin@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.21 COW Teacher Incentive Legislation 25-200, 25-499

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-350, the “MacArthur High School Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-473, the “School Facilities Sponsorship and Naming Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-539, the “Shirley Chisholm Elementary School Redesignation Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 24, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Evan Cash, Committee and Legislative Director , at (202) 724-8196 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.28 COW Public Hearing School Namings

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter:

Teacher and Principal Retention in the District (Public Witnesses)

Those who wish to testify must register at http://www.ChairmanMendelson.com/testify by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 24, 2023. Testimony is limited to three minutes; less time will be allowed if there are a large number of witnesses. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email bverlin@dccouncil.gov or contact Bijan Verlin, Legislative Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-4865.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.28 COW HRNG Teacher and Principal Retention Public Witnesses

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2023-11-29 09:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-555, the “Addressing Crime Trends (ACT) Now Amendment Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 27, 2023. Witnesses who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All others will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.29 JPS B25-555 Addressing Crime Trends (ACT) Now Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter:

Teacher and Principal Retention in the District (Govnmt & Expert Witnesses)

This hearing is limited to invited witnesses and agency representatives. Those who wish to submit testimony for the record may do so by using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings or by leaving a voicemail at (202) 430-6948 (up to 3 minutes which will be transcribed). Testimony will be publicly accessible upon Committee review. The record will close at 5:00pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. If you have additional questions, please contact Bijan Verlin, Legislative Policy Advisor, at (202)724-4865 or bverlin@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.29 COW Teacher and Principal Retention Gov't and Expert Witnesses

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-11-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-35, Universal School Meals Amendment Act of 2023,
Bill 25-317, Extended Students’ Right to Home and Hospital Instruction Amendment Act of 2023
Bill 25-436, Institution of Higher Education Sexual Misconduct Reporting and Resource Accessibility Act of 2023
Bill 25-501, Universal Free Application for Federal Student Aid Graduation Requirement Act of 2023

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

11.30 COW Hearing on 25-35, 25-317, 25-436, and 25-501

Public Works & Operations & Executive Administration & Labor Joint Public Hearing
2023-12-06 09:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations & the Committee on Executive Administration & Labor will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0319, the “Fairness in Human Rights Administration Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0351, the “Sexual Harassment Investigation Integrity Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0330, the “Office of the Administrative Hearings Jurisdiction Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0432, the “Self Storage Lien Enforcement Modernization Amendment Act of 2023″

The roundtable will have a hybrid format, with the government appearing in person, and public witnesses appearing virtually via the Zoom platform. Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Representatives of organizations will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for oral testimony, and individuals (and any subsequent representatives of the same organizations) will be allowed a maximum of three minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing publicworks@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.06 PWO EAL Hearing Notice on B25-0319, B25-0351, B25-0330, and B25-0432
