District of ColumbiaB26-0079Council Period 26 (2025-2026)House

Department of Energy and Environment Rulemaking Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Charles Allen (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

DC speeds and loosens environment rulemaking

The law lets the Mayor choose whether to issue Department of Energy and Environment rules. It also repeals the Council’s 45-day active review of those rules. This speeds agency actions and reduces steps for regulated businesses. But it reduces Council oversight, and optional rulemaking can delay or stop new protections for residents. Effective as of July 29, 2021, after Mayor approval or a Council veto override, it lasts no more than 90 days as an emergency act.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Charles Allen
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 12 • No: 0

House vote • 2/4/2025

Final Reading, CC