District of ColumbiaPR26-0684Council Period 26 (2025-2026)HouseWALLET

DC Water and Sewer Authority Billing and Disconnection Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

Sponsored By: Charles Allen (Democratic)

Became Law

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Translation help for DC Water customers

The law adds DC Water under the Language Access Act. DC Water must offer translation and interpretation for billing, disconnection, and customer service. Customers with limited English can get notices and help in their language. This makes it easier to understand and fix account problems.

Stronger notice before water shutoffs

The law updates the notice rules before DC Water disconnects service in a building. Occupants must get clearer, earlier notices with key information. This helps renters and owners learn about problems and act to avoid a shutoff.

Clearer rules for DC Water late fees

The law clarifies when DC Water can add late charges and penalties to water bills. It sets how and when fees are applied after missed payments. This gives clearer rules, but people who pay late can still owe more.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Charles Allen
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 13 • No: 0

House vote • 5/5/2026

Final Reading