The Seasonal Pricing and Price Gouging Amendment Act of 2026 amends Chapter 41 of Title 28 of the District of Columbia Official Code to introduce new definitions and regulations regarding pricing during emergencies. The bill allows for an alternative calculation of normal retail prices for rental vehicles and hotel rooms based on a seasonal pricing model, specifically defining how these prices should be determined in relation to previous years. Additionally, it establishes a prohibition against stockpiling certain goods during natural disasters or public emergencies, with specific guidelines on what constitutes stockpiling and the penalties for violations.

The legislation also enhances the enforcement mechanisms against price gouging and stockpiling by allowing the Attorney General to take civil action against violators, including the ability to seek injunctions and impose civil penalties ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 per violation. The bill clarifies that a public emergency declaration will trigger the prohibition against price gouging, and it outlines the circumstances under which price increases may be justified. Overall, the act aims to protect consumers from unfair pricing practices during times of crisis while ensuring essential goods remain available.