Bill > B26-0264

This bill makes comprehensive adjustments to the District of Columbia's Fiscal Year 2025 budget across multiple agencies and sectors. The legislation reduces the overall budget by approximately $236.8 million, with significant reductions from local funds and reallocations across various government departments and functions. Key changes include decreases in funding for Governmental Direction and Support, Economic Development and Regulation, and Operations and Infrastructure, while increasing allocations for Public Safety and Justice, Public Education System, and Human Support Services. The bill also includes specific provisions for transferring funds between accounts, making adjustments to various trust and special funds, and providing targeted grants (such as $4 million to the National Theatre and $500,000 to the Howard Theatre). Additionally, the legislation modifies some existing laws related to fund transfers and makes temporary adjustments to capital project funding across different city agencies. The bill is designed to provide fiscal flexibility and optimize budget resources for the District of Columbia in Fiscal Year 2025, with provisions for congressional review and a 225-day expiration after taking effect.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0264