The Council Period 26 Recess Rules Amendment Resolution of 2025 amends the Rules of Organization and Procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia to facilitate legislative processes during recess periods. Key changes include allowing the Committee of the Whole to hold hearings or roundtables on District affairs during recess, and permitting the University of the District of Columbia to submit requests for budget modifications for Fiscal Year 2025 grant funds between July 15 and September 15, 2025. Additionally, the resolution clarifies that the Council can conduct legislative meetings during recess and makes various amendments to existing rules regarding committee and council meetings.
The resolution also includes provisions for the Chairman to call additional legislative meetings to consider the Mayor's proposed budget during recess and establishes a sunset clause for certain amendments, which will expire on September 15, 2025. The resolution is effective immediately upon passage, ensuring that the Council can efficiently manage its legislative responsibilities while accommodating necessary budget modifications and public hearings during recess periods.