The "Fiscal Year 2026 Federal Portion Budget Request Act of 2025" is designed to secure appropriations and authorizations for the federal portion of the District of Columbia's budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The bill specifies funding allocations for various agencies, including $359,969,000 for the District of Columbia Courts, $310,840,000 for the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency, and $59,305,000 for the District of Columbia Public Defender Service. Each allocation includes provisions for official expenses, capital improvements, and the ability to reallocate funds with prior notice to congressional committees. The bill also emphasizes efficient fund management, requiring quarterly apportionment by the Office of Management and Budget and adherence to federal standards for local agency operations.
Additionally, the bill proposes a federal payment of $40 million to support a Resident Tuition Support Program, which will be administered by the Mayor to assist eligible residents with tuition costs at public and private higher education institutions. Other allocations include $52.5 million for a school improvement program, $2.75 million for the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, and $600,000 for the District of Columbia National Guard, among others. The bill ensures that these federal funds are part of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget request, maintaining legal compliance and effectiveness until expended.