The proposed Modification No. M0004 to Human Care Agreement No. CW119500 seeks to extend the contract with Community of Hope, Inc. for providing essential services at a short-term family housing site for families experiencing homelessness in the District of Columbia. The modification allocates a not-to-exceed amount of $2,857,451.48 for the period from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with funding certified as available within the District's budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The modification also includes several changes to the contract's terms, notably deleting and replacing sections related to pricing schedules and definitions, while modifying deliverables and performance metrics to enhance clarity and compliance with updated regulations.

Additionally, the bill introduces various modifications to the operations and requirements of the Short-Term Family Housing (STFH) Program, including a revised price schedule and new deliverables related to food service programs and civil rights laws. It emphasizes the need for qualified staffing, updates fire safety regulations, and extends the timeline for families to transition to permanent housing from 90 days to 120 days. The bill also mandates regular contact between case managers and residents, detailed documentation of progress, and compliance with maintenance and cleaning standards. Overall, these changes aim to improve the support provided to families experiencing homelessness, streamline operational processes, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.