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B 26-0506

Modification Nos. M0002 and M0003 to Contract No. CW121533 with Brandywine Valley SPCA Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

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

DC authorizes payment for two contract modifications with Brandywine Valley SPCA under emergency procedures through March 2026.

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Bill Summary · B 26-0506

Legislative bill overview

This emergency act authorizes the District of Columbia to approve and pay for two contract modifications (M0002 and M0003) to an existing agreement with Brandywine Valley SPCA under contract number CW121533. The bill was enacted as emergency legislation with an expiration date of March 19, 2026.

Why is this important

Contract modifications can significantly alter the scope, cost, or terms of government services. In this case, the modifications involve the Brandywine Valley SPCA, which provides animal welfare services. The emergency designation suggests time-sensitive funding or service needs that required expedited legislative action rather than standard approval timelines.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on modification details: The bill title does not specify what changes M0002 and M0003 entail, their cost implications, or how they affect service delivery
  • Emergency designation justification: The rationale for emergency status is not evident from available information, raising questions about whether standard procedures could have been followed
  • Committee concerns: The Committee on Health retained the bill with comments, suggesting reservations that were not fully resolved before passage

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

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