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B 26-0145

Modification Nos. 1, 2, and 3 to Contract No. CW116019 with Immediate Mailing Services, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

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

DC authorizes and funds three contract modifications with Immediate Mailing Services, Inc., enacted as emergency legislation without full public disclosure of modification details or justification.

Act A26-0030 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 003326, Expires on Jun 18, 2025
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Bill Summary · B 26-0145

Legislative bill overview

This bill authorizes three contract modifications to an existing agreement with Immediate Mailing Services, Inc. (Contract No. CW116019) and appropriates funds for their payment. The bill was enacted as emergency legislation in March 2025, bypassing the standard legislative review period.

Why is this important

Contract modifications can significantly alter the scope, cost, and duration of government services. Emergency enactment means the public and full legislative review process had limited time to scrutinize the changes, though the bill has already been signed into law and published in the DC Register.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The bill summary does not specify what services are involved, what the modifications entail, or the total cost being authorized, making public accountability difficult
  • Emergency justification: It's unclear why these routine contract modifications required emergency procedures rather than standard legislative timelines
  • Committee concerns: The Committee on Health retained the bill with comments, suggesting internal concerns that may not be publicly detailed in available records

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

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