Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing (RECONVENED)
2023-12-20 12:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
*This hearing was originally convened on December 11, 2023*
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-478, the “Improving Safety and Emergency Response on Transit Corridors Act of 2023”
Bill 25-483, the “Safe Commercial Corridors Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-357, the “Whole Government Response to Crime 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
Friday, December 8. 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.20 JPS B25-478 and B25-483 and B25-537 Hearing Notice RECONVENED

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-01-11 10:30 - 16:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter & Legislation:

School Safety
Bill 25-234, School Safety Enhancement Amendment Act of 2023
Bill 25-420, Conflict Resolution Education 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, January 9, 2024. 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

1.11 COW HRNG School Safety, Bill 24-234 School Safety, and Bill 25-420 Conflict Resolution

Executive Administration & Labor Public Hearing
2024-01-11 11:00 - 17:00
The Committee on Executive Administration & Labor will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0475, “the Initiative Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0610, the “Retired Firefighter and Police Officer Redeployment 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, January 9, 2024. Persons may also register by emailing the Committee at ceal@dccouncil.gov or by telephoning the Committee at (202) 724-8198 at least two business days before the hearing and provide their name, address, telephone number, email address, organizational affiliation and title, if any. Oral testimony will be limited to 5 minutes for those testifying on behalf of an organization and 3 minutes for those testifying on behalf of themselves. Witnesses who anticipate needing language interpretation or require sign language interpretation are encouraged to inform the Committee of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing ceal@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled.
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

1.11 EAL Initiative Amendment.Retired FEMS Hearing Notice_REVISED

Committee of the Whole & Judiciary & Public Safety Joint Public Hearing
2024-01-16 11:00 - 16:00
The Committee of the Whole & the Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-309, “Special Education for Young Adults in the Custody of the Department of Corrections Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-461, “Leading Education Access for Reentry and Necessary Success (LEARN) 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 Friday, January 12, 2024. 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, Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-8196 or bverlin@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

1.16 COW JPS Bill 25-309, Bill 25-461 (LEARN) Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-01-18 11:00 - 12:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-356, the “Floodplain Review Authority 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, January 16, 2024. 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

1.18 COW HR Bill 25-356

Committee of the Whole Public Oversight Hearing
2024-01-18 12:00 - 17:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Matter:

District’s Housing Code Inspection Process: Broken and In Need of Repair

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, January 16, 2024. Testimony is limited to 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 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

1.18 COW DOB Rental Housing Code Inspection Oversight Hearing

Business & Economic Development Public Hearing
2024-01-24 10:00 - 16:00
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-0050, the “Funeral Directors Licensing Reform Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0190, the “District Child Tax Credit Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0240, the “United Negro College Fund Real Property Tax Abatement Extension Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0277, the “Landscape Architect Services Sales Tax Clarification Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0471, the “Domestic Partnership Joint Filing Clarification 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 (HMS) at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024. 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

1.24 CBED RNDTBLE Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Oversight Hearing
2024-02-01 13:30 - 18:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Matter:

Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

While this hearing is limited to testimony from specified government witnesses, written statements from the public will be accepted and made a part of the official record. Written statements are encouraged. Statements for the record should be submitted through the Council’s Hearing management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings or left by voicemail by calling (202) 430-6948 (up to 3 minutes which will be transcribed). The record will close at 5:00pm on Thursday, February 15, 2024.
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
2.1 COW POH ACFR FY23 Oversight Heaing

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-02-12 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-03-12 11:00 - 12:30
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0640, the “Ballpark Budget and Maintenance Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify about this legislation must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024. 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 Christian Washington, Special Counsel, at (202) 724-8083 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

3.12 COW PUB HRG B25-640 Ballpark Budget and Maintenance Act HN (v2)

Public Works & Operations Public Hearing
2024-02-16 10:30 - 18:00
The Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0416, the “Department of For-Hire Vehicles Delivery Vehicle Traffic Enforcement Expansion Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0548, the “Leveraging Engagement in Transit Services for Greater Outcomes (LETS GO) Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0620, the “For-Hire-Vehicle Trade Dress Requirement 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, February 14, 2024. 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 indicating so when you register as well as 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.
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
2.16 PWO HRNG REVISED PWO Notice of Hearing

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-02-22 15:30 - 18:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

PR25-0500, the “Transfer of Jurisdiction of Lots 287 and 998 in Square 5865, Part of Lots 981 and 982 in Square 5865, Part of Parcel 240/6, Part of Parcel 234/41, and a Portion of Reservation 421, S.O. 14-20429, Approval Resolution of 2023”
B25-0568, the “Dedication of Lot 841 in Square 5755 for Alley Purposes, S.O. 22-01599 Act of 2023”
B25-0614, the “Closing of a Public Alley in Square 5051, S.O. 21-00136, Act of 2023”
B25-0636, the “Closing of a Public Alley in Square 3701, S.O. 23-06220, 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, February 20, 2024. 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
bstum@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

2.22 COW PUB HRNG R25-500, B25-568, B25-614 and B25-636

Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing
2024-03-04 09:30 - 15:00
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0424, the “DC Water Critical Infrastructure Freedom of Information Clarification Amendment Act of 2023”
B25- 0577, the “Public Life and Activity Zones Amendment (“PLAZA”) Act of 2023”
B25-0578, the “Game On: Providing Leisure Activities for Youth Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0693, the “Transportation Improvements Amendment Act of 2024”

If you would like to provide live testimony during the hearing or submit written testimony for the record, please use the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/. HMS is a universal, centralized way to find out about upcoming hearings, sign up to testify, submit testimony, download testimony, and see who else is testifying. The deadline to register to provide testimony through HMS is Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 5:00pm. The hearing record closes on March 18, 2024, after which you will be unable to submit written testimony.
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

3.4 TE PUB HRNG Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole & Business & Economic Development Joint Public Hearing
2024-03-06 09:00 - 18:00
The Committee of the Whole & the Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0581, the “Medical Cannabis Clarification Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0691, the “Medical Cannabis Program Enforcement Amendment Act of 2024”

The Committees invite 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 (HMS) at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2024. 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
– 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

3.6 COW CBED JT HRG Public Hearing Notice

Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing
2024-03-07 09:30 - 12:00
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0040, the “Vehicular Noise Reduction Act of 2023”
B25-0137, the “Department of Motor Vehicles Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0670, the “Motor Vehicle Operator Permit and Identification Card Extension Amendment Act of 2024”
B25-0671, the “Commercial Driver License Amendment Act of 2024”

If you would like to provide live testimony during the hearing or submit written testimony for the record, please use the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/. HMS is a universal, centralized way to find out about upcoming hearings, sign up to testify, submit testimony, download testimony, and see who else is testifying. The deadline to register to provide testimony through HMS is Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 5:00pm. The hearing record closes on March 21, 2024, after which you will be unable to submit written testimony.
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

3.7 TE HRNG NTCE Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-03-12 12:30 - 15:30
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-669, the “Uniform Unlawful Restrictions in Land Records Act of 2024”

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, March 8, 2024. 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) 724-7002 or ecash@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

3.12 COW PUB HRG Hearing on B25-669 Covenants

Business & Economic Development Public Hearing
2024-03-13 12:00 - 16:00
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-0609, the “Protecting Affordable Loans Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-0573, the “Bruce Monroe Disposition Extension Approval 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 (HMS) at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2024. 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
– 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

3.13 CBED RVSD HRNG CBED Public Hearing Notice 03.13.24 Revised

Health Public Hearing
2024-03-13 13:00 - 18:00
The Committee on Health will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0565, the “Direct Care Worker Amendment Act of 2023”
PR25-0640, the “Board of Psychology Dr. Patrick Canavan Confirmation Resolution of 2024”

Witnesses may appear either in-person or virtually using the Zoom platform. Unless otherwise stated in pre-hearing instructions, 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 by 5pm on Monday, March 11, 2024. 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

3.13 CHLTH RVSD HRNG 2ND REVISED Direct Care worker Notice

Housing Public Hearing
2024-03-18 09:30 - 18:00
The Committee on Housing will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

PR25-0639, the “Rental Housing Commission Mr. Adam R. Hunter Confirmation Resolution of 2024”
B25-0417, the “Rental Housing Commission Fair Opportunity for Appeal Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0418, the “Voluntary Agreement Abolition Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0536, the “Home Purchase Assistance for 911/311 Call-Takers and Dispatchers Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0633, the “Certificate of Assurance Repeal Amendment Act of 2023”
PR25-0663, the “Rental Housing Commission Lisa M. Gregory Confirmation Resolution of 2024″

The Committee invites the public to testify remotely or to submit written testimony. Anyone wishing to testify must sign up at lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/or by phone at (202) 727-8270 by the close of business on Thursday, March 14th, 2024. Witnesses are encouraged, but not required, to submit their testimony in writing electronically in advance at lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/. Witnesses may choose to participate in person or 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

3.18 COHOU RVSD HRNG NTC REVISED Public Hearing Notice - 3.18.2024

Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing
2024-03-18 09:30 - 18:00
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0472, the “Tree Preservation Enhancement Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0487, the “Office of Natural Area Conservation Establishment Act of 2023”
B25-0547, the “Food Access by Public Transit Study Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0564, the “Environmental Justice Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0569, the “Pesticide Operations Amendment Act of 2023”

If you would like to provide live testimony during the hearing or submit written testimony for the record, please use the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/. HMS is a universal, centralized way to find out about upcoming hearings, sign up to testify, submit testimony, download testimony, and see who else is testifying. The deadline to register to provide testimony through HMS is Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 5:00pm. The hearing record closes on April 2, 2024, after which you will be unable to submit written testimony.
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

3.18 TE PUB HRG NTC TE Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-03-20 14:30 - 18:00
*Hearing Reconvened from 2/22*

The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

PR25-0500, the “Transfer of Jurisdiction of Lots 287 and 998 in Square 5865, Part of Lots 981 and 982 in Square 5865, Part of Parcel 240/6, Part of Parcel 234/41, and a Portion of Reservation 421, S.O. 14-20429, Approval Resolution of 2023”
B25-0568, the “Dedication of Lot 841 in Square 5755 for Alley Purposes, S.O. 22-01599 Act of 2023”
B25-0614, the “Closing of a Public Alley in Square 5051, S.O. 21-00136, Act of 2023”
B25-0636, the “Closing of a Public Alley in Square 3701, S.O. 23-06220, 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 Monday, March 18, 2024. 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 bstum@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

3.20 COW RECNVND HRNG NTCE Reconvened Hearing on PR25-500, B25-568, B25-614 and B25-636

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2024-03-21 12:30 - 14:30
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-460, the “Transgender and Gender-Diverse Mortality and Fatality Review Committee Establishment 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 March 19, 2024. Witnesses 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

3.21 JPS RVSD HRNG NTCE B25-460 REVISED

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-03-27 14:30 - 18:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-576, the “Protecting Historic Homes 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 Monday, March 25, 2024. 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) 724-7002 or ecash@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

3.27 COW PUB HRG Hearing on B25-576 Protecting Historic Homes

Budget Oversight Hearing: Committee of the Whole
2024-04-03 11:00 - 15:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Budget Oversight Hearing on the following Matter:

Committee of the Whole Public Briefing on the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget and Financial Plan

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

4.3 COW PUB HRNG NTCE FY25 Budget Briefing

Facilities & Family Services Public Hearing
2024-04-05 09:30 - 12:00
The Committee on Facilities & Family Services will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-694, the “Early Childhood Facilities Preservation and Expansion Act of 2024”

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, April 3, 2024. 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

4.5 FFS HRNG NTCE CFFS Public Hearing Notice_B25-694 - 4.5.2024

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2024-04-05 10:00 - 18:00
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter & Legislation:

The Structure of Violence Intervention Agencies in the District
Bill 25-695, the Safe Neighborhoods Amendment Act of 2024

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 Thursday, April 4, 2024. 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
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

4.5 JPS HRNG NTCE Structure of VI Agencies and B25-695 Hearing Notice

Business & Economic Development Public Hearing
2024-05-06 10:00 - 16:00
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-0753, the “Sports Wagering Amendment Act of 2024”
Bill 25-0783, the “Business Improvement District Resiliency Act of 2024”

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 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024. 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
– 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

5.6 CBED PUB HRG Public Hearing Notice 05.06.24

Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs Public Hearing
2024-05-16 13:00 - 18:00
The Committee on Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs will hold a Public Hearing on the following:

B25-0116 – Department of Parks and Recreation Hours Expansion Amendment Act of 2023
B25-0477 – Expanding Community Access to Safe and Clean Recreation Space 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 Tuesday, May 14, 2024.
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

5.16 RLYA PUB HRG Notice of RLYA Hearing

Executive Administration & Labor Public Hearing
2024-05-22 10:30 - 16:00
The Committee on Executive Administration and Labor will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0615, the “Wellness and Health Optimize Lively Existence (WHOLE) Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0782, the “Work Models Task Force Amendment Act of 2024”

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, May 20, 2024. Persons may also register by emailing the Committee at ceal@dccouncil.gov or by telephoning the Committee at (202) 724-8198 at least two business days before the hearing and provide their name, address, telephone number, email address, organizational affiliation and title, if any. Oral testimony will be limited to 5 minutes for those testifying on behalf of an organization and 3 minutes for those testifying on behalf of themselves. Witnesses who anticipate needing language interpretation or require sign language interpretation are encouraged to inform the Committee of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing ceal@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled.
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

5.22 EAL PUB HRG Hearing Notice- B25-615 WHOLE Act and B25-782 Work Models TF

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2024-05-23 14:00 - 15:00
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-611, the “Adjustment of Building Restriction Line in Square 2950 along the southern side of Fern Street NW, S.R. 23-06301 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, May 21, 2024. 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 bstum@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

5.23 COW PUB HRG Hearing on B25-611
