The "Modification No. M001 to Contract No. CW132368 with Eastern Salt Company, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Act of 2026" is a legislative measure approved by the Council of the District of Columbia to authorize an emergency modification to an existing contract with Eastern Salt Company, Inc. This act allows for payment of up to $5 million for goods and services already received and those to be received under the contract. The approval is granted notwithstanding certain procurement requirements, specifically those outlined in the Procurement Practices Reform Act of 2010.

The act will take effect upon approval by the Mayor and will remain in effect for a maximum of 90 days, in accordance with the provisions for emergency acts as specified in the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. Additionally, the Council has adopted the fiscal impact statement from the Chief Financial Officer as part of the legislative process.