The "Contract No. DCCB-2025-F-0003 with Edelson PC Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2025" is proposed emergency legislation aimed at approving a multiyear contract with Edelson PC to provide legal services to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) of the District of Columbia. The contract will assist the OAG in investigating and potentially litigating against parties involved in the past marketing, selling, and installation of lead water pipes. The contract is structured as a contingency fee agreement, meaning Edelson PC will only be compensated if the District achieves a monetary recovery, with a not-to-exceed amount of $85 million over a five-year period.

The legislation formally approves the contract and authorizes payment for the services rendered under it. It is designed to take effect immediately upon approval by the Mayor and will remain in effect for a maximum of 90 days, in accordance with emergency act provisions. The Council has also adopted the fiscal impact statement provided by the Chief Financial Officer, affirming the financial implications of the contract.