The Volunteer Services Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 amends the Volunteers Services Act of 1977 to clarify the authority of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia regarding the use of volunteers. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 3 of the existing law by replacing the phrase "District of Columbia Board of Education" with "District of Columbia Board of Education, Attorney General for the District of Columbia." This change ensures that the Attorney General has explicit regulatory authority over volunteer services.

The act is set to take effect on April 15, 2026, following approval by the Mayor or a potential override of a veto by the Council. It is designed as an emergency measure and will remain in effect for no longer than 90 days, in accordance with the provisions for emergency acts outlined in the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. The Council has also adopted the fiscal impact statement from the Budget Director as part of the legislative process.