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B 26-0414

Community Health Amendment Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Christina Henderson

Amends DC health laws to expand preventive and primary care access, boost health equity, improve data reporting, and strengthen agency coordination and accountability.

Law L26-0105, Effective from Mar 24, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 005739
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Bill Summary · B 26-0414

Summary: Community Health Amendment Act of 2025 (B26-0414)

Overview

B26-0414, titled the Community Health Amendment Act of 2025, is a District of Columbia Council bill introduced by Councilmember Henderson on October 6, 2025. The bill is currently proceeding through the legislative process and underwent a Committee Mark-up by the Health Committee on December 8, 2025. Official documents provided here do not include the bill’s substantive text; the summary below reflects the status, timeline, and what is typically involved in a bill with this title.

Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: October 6, 2025 (Councilmember Henderson)
  • Referred to: Committee on Health (October 7, 2025)
  • Public Hearing: October 30, 2025
  • Notices:
    • October 10, 2025 – Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0414; Notice of Public Hearing published in the DC Register
    • October 8, 2025 – Notice of Public Hearing filed
    • November 20, 2025 – Notice of Mark-up filed in the Office of Secretary
  • Committee Mark-up: December 8, 2025

Purpose (based on title)

The bill’s title indicates an aim to amend existing District of Columbia health-related statutes or programs to improve community health outcomes. Specific objectives, scope, and methods are not provided in the available materials. Typically, such amendments could address areas like access to preventive services, health equity, coordination among health agencies, funding allocations, program accountability, or reporting requirements.

Potential Provisions (illustrative; not taken from the bill text)

Because the actual bill text is not provided, the following are common categories that a “Community Health Amendment” measure might address. The final text may differ:

  • Expanded access to preventive and primary care services in underserved communities
  • Strengthened data collection and reporting on community health indicators (e.g., outcomes by ward, race/ethnicity, or income)
  • Revisions to funding mechanisms for community health programs, including grants to local clinics or nonprofits
  • Enhanced coordination among District health agencies (Department of Health, public health partnerships, social services)
  • Health equity or social determinants of health provisions, with measurable goals
  • Accountability and oversight provisions (annual reporting, performance metrics, sunset clauses)
  • Changes to licensing, staffing, or program requirements for community health providers

Who Would Be Affected

  • DC residents, especially in underserved or at-risk communities
  • District government agencies involved in health, public health, social services, and budgeting
  • Community-based organizations, clinics, and nonprofit providers delivering health services
  • Health care professionals and facilities operating under DC regulations

Potential Impacts

  • Access: Improved access to preventive and primary care services
  • Equity: Greater attention to health disparities and social determinants of health
  • Accountability: More rigorous reporting and program evaluation
  • Fiscal: Budgetary implications for District programs and potential shifts in funding priorities
  • Implementation: Administrative changes may require new coordination efforts and staff training

Procedural Notes and How to Track

  • The bill has moved through initial hearings and a committee mark-up, indicating active consideration.
  • To understand the actual policy changes and fiscal effects, readers should review the final bill text released by the Council and the DC Register notices.
  • Track at the DC Council website or the Secretary’s Office for official versions, amendments, and voting records.

Next Steps

  • Expect additional committee discussions, possible amendments during the mark-up, and a potential full Council vote.
  • Stakeholders (community groups, health providers, residents) should monitor for the final text and any fiscal impact statements.

If you’d like, I can monitor official sources and update this summary with the exact provisions once the bill text is published.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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