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B 26-0508

Modification Nos. M0015, M0016, and M0017 to Contract No. CW100384 with Community of Hope, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025

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

DC authorizes contract modifications with Community of Hope, Inc., approving payment and emergency spending authority through March 2026.

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Bill Summary · B 26-0508

Legislative bill overview

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia government to modify an existing contract with Community of Hope, Inc. (modifications M0015, M0016, and M0017 to Contract No. CW100384) and approve payment for services rendered. The bill was enacted as an emergency measure on December 19, 2025, with an expiration date of March 19, 2026.

Why is this important

Community of Hope, Inc. is a major nonprofit service provider in DC, likely delivering social services such as homeless services, healthcare, or housing assistance. Contract modifications typically adjust scope, timeline, or compensation; this emergency designation suggests either urgent service needs or time-sensitive payment issues that required rapid council approval rather than standard legislative procedures.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public transparency: Emergency measures bypass standard public comment periods and detailed deliberation, limiting opportunity for community input on how DC tax dollars are allocated to the contractor.
  • Undefined modification details: The bill summary doesn't specify what services M0015-M0017 cover, making it difficult to assess whether the modifications represent cost increases, scope expansions, or routine adjustments.
  • Temporary nature: The March 19, 2026 expiration suggests this is a stopgap measure; unclear whether permanent contract restructuring or funding solutions are being developed.

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

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