The Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Payment Modernization Act of 2026 amends the Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Act of 1975 to allow Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANCs) to utilize third-party digital payment platforms for fund expenditures. The bill introduces new provisions that enable ANCs to make payments through these platforms, alongside existing methods such as Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) and Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments. Specifically, it modifies existing language to include transactions made via third-party digital payment platforms and establishes guidelines for their use, including the requirement for itemized transaction records and the ability to associate transfers with expenditure descriptions.

Key amendments include the addition of a definition for "third-party digital payment platform," which outlines the necessary features such as electronic transfer capabilities and record-keeping requirements. The bill also updates existing language to reflect these changes, ensuring that ANCs can effectively manage their funds in a modernized manner. Overall, this legislation aims to enhance the financial operations of ANCs by integrating contemporary payment solutions while maintaining accountability and transparency in their financial transactions.