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PR 26-0285

Volunteer Services Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

DC emergency resolution clarifies volunteer service definitions to resolve legal ambiguities affecting nonprofits, community groups, and unpaid workers under local regulations.

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Bill Summary · PR 26-0285

Legislative bill overview

This resolution declares an emergency regarding the need to clarify volunteer services definitions and regulations in the District of Columbia. The emergency declaration expedites the legislative process to address ambiguities in how volunteer work is classified and regulated under local law.

Why is this important

Unclear volunteer definitions can create legal uncertainty for nonprofits, community organizations, and individuals providing unpaid services, potentially affecting liability coverage, labor law compliance, and eligibility for volunteer-dependent programs. Clarifying these terms protects both organizations and volunteers while ensuring consistent application of DC regulations.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific scope of what activities constitute "volunteering" versus employment that must be compensated
  • Whether clarifications will expand or restrict organizations' ability to use volunteer labor
  • How the resolution addresses liability, worker protections, and insurance requirements for volunteers

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