The Pretrial Detention Reporting Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 amends section 1505 of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the District of Columbia Establishment Act of 2001 to clarify reporting requirements related to pretrial detention. Key changes include the adjustment of deadlines for reporting, specifically changing the timeline from "no later than 180 days after the applicability date of section 30(f), (g), and (h) of the Secure DC Omnibus Amendment Act of 2024" to "no later than September 30, 2026." Additionally, various phrases referencing the effective date of the Secure DC Omnibus are replaced with references to the effective date of the Prioritizing Public Safety Emergency, ensuring that the reporting aligns with these significant legislative actions.

The act will apply starting January 1, 2025, and will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 60-day congressional review period. It is designed to expire 225 days after its enactment, providing a temporary framework for the updated reporting requirements. The bill aims to enhance clarity and ensure timely compliance with the new reporting standards, reflecting the Council's commitment to improving the criminal justice system in the District of Columbia.