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DC B26-0628

DC B26-0628
Public Trash and Recycling Container Budgeting Act of 2026


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Introduced
03/16/2026
In Committee
03/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

26th Council

Bill Summary

A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To require the Mayor to include the cost of publicly accessible, front loading, secure, rodent- resistant trash and recycling containers in the capital improvements plan budget for certain capital projects.

AI Summary

This bill, the Public Trash and Recycling Container Budgeting Act of 2026, mandates that starting in Fiscal Year 2027, the Mayor must include the costs for replacing existing public trash and recycling containers with new, publicly accessible, front-loading, secure, and rodent-resistant ones in the capital improvements plan budget for specific projects like public school, park, and recreation center renovations or modernizations, as well as sidewalk replacement and curb extension projects. This ensures that these essential waste and recycling receptacles are factored into the budgeting for these public infrastructure improvements.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0628 Published in the DC Register (on 03/20/2026)

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