Bill > PR26-0409

This resolution declares an emergency situation in the District of Columbia to address potential gaps in healthcare legislation regarding immunization authorization. Specifically, the resolution references two prior legislative actions: the Community Health Emergency Amendment Act of 2025, which was passed on September 17, 2025 and expires on December 21, 2025, and the Community Health Temporary Amendment Act of 2025, which was approved on October 23, 2025 but is pending congressional review. The Council determines that without this emergency resolution, there could be a legal gap between the expiration of the emergency act and the effective date of the temporary act. The resolution allows for the immediate adoption of the Community Health Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 after a single reading, ensuring continuous legal authorization for healthcare providers to order and administer immunizations recommended by designated medical and public health organizations. The resolution is designed to maintain uninterrupted healthcare policy and takes effect immediately upon passage.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0409