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B 26-0231

Contract No. CW108863 with La Clínica del Pueblo, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

DC authorizes immediate payment to La Clínica del Pueblo for healthcare services to underserved residents via emergency contract, expiring August 2025.

Act A26-0071 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 006117, Expires on Aug 17, 2025
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Bill Summary · B 26-0231

Legislative bill overview

This emergency bill authorizes the District of Columbia to enter into and pay for Contract No. CW108863 with La Clínica del Pueblo, Inc., a healthcare provider organization. The bill was enacted in May 2025 and grants immediate payment authorization for services provided by the clinic, with the legislation set to expire on August 17, 2025.

Why is this important

La Clínica del Pueblo provides primary care and preventive health services to underserved and uninsured populations in the District, making this contract authorization directly relevant to public health access. The emergency designation and expedited passage indicate the city deemed continued funding for these services urgent enough to bypass standard procurement timelines.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public transparency: Emergency bills bypass normal comment periods, limiting public input on how city healthcare dollars are allocated
  • Contract specifics undisclosed: The bill text does not publicly specify the contract amount, services detailed, or performance metrics that would allow accountability review
  • Short expiration window: The August 17 sunset date suggests this may be a temporary measure; questions arise about long-term healthcare planning for vulnerable populations

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

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