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B 26-0383

Volunteer Services Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Brooke Pinto

Emergency amendment clarifies volunteer-service rules to align with congressional review; Act A26-0170 expires Jan 21, 2026, affecting city programs and coordinators.

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Bill Summary · B 26-0383

Summary: Bill B 26-0383 — Volunteer Services Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

Overview

  • Bill Number: B 26-0383
  • Title: Volunteer Services Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025
  • Sponsor: Brooke Pinto (primary)
  • Purpose (inferred from title): The bill appears to clarify aspects of volunteer services and their interaction with congressional review processes; it is labeled as an emergency amendment, suggesting a temporary, urgent fix or clarification to existing provisions. The exact text and substantive provisions are not included in the provided document content.

Legislative History (Key Milestones)

  • Introduced: October 6, 2025 by Councilmember Brooke Pinto
  • Final Action in Council: Final Reading and retained by the Council on October 7, 2025
  • Transmitted to Mayor: October 15, 2025 (Mayor’s response due by October 29, 2025)
  • Returned from Mayor / Enacted: October 23, 2025
  • Status upon enactment: Signed by the Mayor and enacted as Act A26-0170 on October 23, 2025
  • Expiration (emergency measure): The Act carries an expiration date of January 21, 2026

Enacted Provisions and Status

  • Act Number: A26-0170
  • Effective Mechanism: The bill was enacted as an emergency amendment with an explicit expiration date, indicating it is temporary and intended to address an urgent issue related to volunteer services and congressional review.
  • Expiration: January 21, 2026, unless renewed or extended by subsequent legislative action.

Potential Impact and Affected Parties

  • Who it affects:
    • Volunteer programs and organizations operating in the jurisdiction covered by B 26-0383
    • City agencies that manage or coordinate volunteer services
    • Individuals serving as volunteers and coordinators under municipal programs
  • Possible implications (based on title):
    • Clarification of definitions, roles, or responsibilities related to volunteer services
    • Alignment or compliance considerations with congressional review processes
    • Temporary regulatory adjustments intended to address an urgent governance issue
  • Temporary nature: Because this is an emergency amendment with a stated expiration, affected programs should prepare for a return to prior rules or further legislative action as expiration approaches.

Notes and Next Steps

  • The provided materials do not include the bill’s full text or the enacted emergency language. For precise provisions, obligations, and any changes in liability, reporting, or oversight, readers should consult:
    • The enacted text of Act A26-0170
    • The official B26-0383 bill file and docket for amendments or clarifications
  • To monitor continuity beyond January 21, 2026, track subsequent Council actions or Mayor’s communications regarding renewal or replacement of the emergency provision.

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

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