The Prearrest Diversion Task Force Recommendations Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026 addresses the need to amend section 1507 of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council for the District of Columbia Establishment Act of 2001. The resolution highlights that the Task Force, which is responsible for reviewing best practices and making recommendations for the prearrest diversion of certain misdemeanor offenses, was unable to meet its initial deadlines due to staffing constraints within the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC). Originally required to issue recommendations by June 2025, the Task Force's timeline has been impacted, necessitating an update to the deadlines to reflect a more feasible schedule.

To address this issue, the resolution declares an emergency, allowing for the immediate adoption of the necessary amendments after a single reading. The proposed changes aim to extend the deadline for the Task Force to issue its initial recommendations to July 2026, ensuring that the Task Force can effectively fulfill its mandate and contribute to the implementation of prearrest diversion strategies in the District of Columbia.