The bill establishes a contract between the District of Columbia and Microsoft Corporation for the development of the Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS), with a total value of $9,322,940. This contract, numbered DCRL-2023-F-0071, is structured as a labor hour contract with a cost reimbursement component, running from June 30, 2025, to June 29, 2026. It includes various option periods and modifications aimed at providing stabilization services to support the Child and Family Services Agency's objectives. The contract leverages a Cooperative Agreement, allowing the CFSA to utilize Microsoft’s existing contract with the Virginia Information Technologies Agency, and emphasizes the integration of artificial intelligence software into the CCWIS.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions and obligations regarding the handling of Protected Health Information (PHI) by Business Associates and Covered Entities, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. It outlines the responsibilities of Business Associates, including the implementation of safeguards for PHI, reporting unauthorized disclosures, and maintaining compliance with privacy and security standards. The bill also includes provisions for the return or destruction of PHI upon contract termination, establishes a structured dispute resolution process, and amends existing contract provisions to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of contracts with the District of Columbia. Overall, the legislation aims to improve the operational capacity of the child welfare information system while ensuring the protection of sensitive health information.