The DC Water and Sewer Authority Billing and Disconnection Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 aims to enhance the oversight and regulation of the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DCWSA). The bill amends the Language Access Act of 2004 to designate the DCWSA as a covered entity with significant public contact. It also requires the DCWSA to provide monthly reports to various governmental offices regarding water service disconnections, including the number of properties affected and those that entered payment plans. Additionally, the bill clarifies the imposition of late payment charges and penalties, allowing for a maximum charge of 10% for unpaid bills over 30 days and a compounded penalty of 1% per month for bills unpaid over 60 days.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the notice requirements for water service disconnections, mandating that notices be posted in multiple languages and provided to all occupants of a property, not just tenants. It specifies that the General Manager of the DCWSA must post notices at least 30 working days before service termination and outlines the information that must be included in these notices. The amendments aim to ensure better communication with residents and provide a clearer framework for the DCWSA's billing and disconnection processes.