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B 26-0505

Modification Nos. M0014 and M0015 to Contract No. CW100317 with Transitional Housing Corporation dba Housing Up Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

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

Authorizes Modification Nos. M0014 and M0015 to Contract CW100317 with Housing Up and approves related payments, emergency action to ensure continued transitional housing services.

Retained by the Council with comments from the Committee on Human Services
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Bill Summary · B 26-0505

Summary of Bill B 26-0505

Overview

Bill B 26-0505 is titled “Modification Nos. M0014 and M0015 to Contract No. CW100317 with Transitional Housing Corporation dba Housing Up Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025.” The bill appears to authorize specific amendments (Modification Nos. M0014 and M0015) to an existing contract (CW100317) with Transitional Housing Corporation, doing business as Housing Up. It is characterized as an emergency act of 2025. The bill was introduced on November 24, 2025, and, as of December 2, 2025, was retained by the Council with comments from the Committee on Human Services.

Purpose and Intent

  • The title indicates the main purpose is to modify two defined amendments to an existing contract with Housing Up and to authorize related payments.
  • By labeling the bill an “Emergency Act,” the sponsors signal an urgent need to approve these contract changes and associated payments, potentially to ensure continuity of services or address an immediate funding or service delivery gap.
  • The exact rationale, objectives, and constraints of Modifications M0014 and M0015 are not detailed in the summary provided.

Key Provisions (as implied by the title)

  • Authorization of Modification Nos. M0014 and M0015 to Contract CW100317 with Housing Up.
    • Likely scope: changes to terms, deliverables, performance standards, schedules, or pricing for the contract with Housing Up.
  • Approval and Payment Authorization related to those modifications.
    • The bill would grant explicit authorization for the government entity (presumably the Council or a department) to approve the modifications and authorize related payments to Housing Up.
  • Emergency Act designation
    • The bill is framed as an emergency measure, potentially allowing expedited processing outside normal legislative timelines.

Note: Specific clauses, dollar amounts, performance metrics, repayment terms, oversight mechanisms, and sunset or review provisions are not provided in the summary. The actual text would specify these details.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary contractor: Transitional Housing Corporation dba Housing Up.
  • Beneficiaries: Individuals and households relying on Housing Up’s transitional housing services.
  • Government agency/Departments: The Council and likely a housing/finance or human services department administering the contract.
  • Oversight: Committee on Human Services will review and provide comments, indicating ongoing legislative oversight.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Introduced: November 24, 2025 (by Chairman Mendelson, Office of the Secretary).
  • Legislative Action: Retained by the Council with comments from the Committee on Human Services as of December 2, 2025.
  • Next steps likely include committee recommendations, potential amendments, and a full Council vote, subject to any further reviews or revisions prompted by the committee comments.

Potential Implications and Considerations

  • Service Continuity: If the modifications and payments are urgent, passage could prevent disruption of housing services for vulnerable residents.
  • Fiscal Impact: The bill would authorize payments; the exact financial impact depends on the modification terms and funding sources.
  • Oversight and Accountability: With Human Services involvement, expect reporting requirements, performance metrics, and compliance checks as part of the modifications.

For More Information

  • To understand the full scope, precise terms, and financial details, review the bill’s text (CW100317 modifications M0014 and M0015) and any accompanying fiscal notes or committee reports.

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

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