The Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 aims to enhance the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005 by introducing several key amendments. Notably, the bill stipulates that businesses applying for certification as local business enterprises must be independently owned and operated. It also revises the performance requirements for certified joint ventures, mandating that each certified business enterprise involved must perform a percentage of work that corresponds to its ownership interest. Additionally, the bill establishes uniform procedures for handling complaints and enforcement actions, including the introduction of both formal and informal complaint definitions. The amendments include the addition of new definitions, such as formal complaint and informal complaint, which clarify the types of complaints that can be filed with the Department. The bill also modifies the complaint investigation process, allowing the Department to dismiss complaints deemed frivolous without further investigation. Furthermore, it outlines the procedures for issuing civil penalties and the process for requesting hearings, ensuring that businesses have a clear understanding of their rights and the enforcement mechanisms in place. Overall, these changes are designed to strengthen compliance and support for certified business enterprises in the District of Columbia.