The Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 seeks to amend the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005. Key changes include the requirement for businesses applying for certification as local business enterprises to be independently owned and operated, as defined in the new language added to the law. Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions for "formal complaint" and "informal complaint," and establishes that a certified joint venture must perform a percentage of work equal to its interest in the venture, with at least 35% of subcontracted work going to certified business enterprises.

The bill also revises the enforcement procedures for complaints against certified businesses. It allows for both formal and informal complaints to be filed, mandates the Department to investigate these complaints, and outlines the process for issuing civil penalties or revoking certifications. Notably, the Department is required to maintain a record of all formal complaints and provide a notice of determination before any penalties are imposed. The act is set to take effect on March 29, 2026, and will remain in effect for 90 days following approval by the Mayor or the Council.