The proposed bill includes a modification to Contract No. DCAM-20-NC-RFP-0013-A5, allowing DC General Construction, Inc. to continue providing HVAC system repairs and maintenance services for an additional year, from June 26, 2025, to June 25, 2026, with a not-to-exceed amount of $14,000,000. This modification is legally sufficient, certified as consistent with the financial plan for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, and ensures compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination and the District of Columbia Living Wage Act of 2006. The contractor must also waive any claims against the Department related to delays or additional costs arising from this modification, while all other terms of the original contract remain unchanged.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006 by clarifying the definition of "affiliated employee" and outlining specific exemptions from the living wage requirement. It sets the living wage rate at $17.50 per hour from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, increasing to $17.95 per hour starting July 1, 2025. The bill also mandates that recipients and subcontractors inform affiliated employees of their rights under the Act and retain payroll records for three years. Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions to enhance transparency and accountability in financial practices, including the disclosure of financial information to relevant authorities, while removing outdated regulations that complicate compliance for businesses.