District of Columbia Council Period 26 Status: Enacted

B26-0730 — Business Licensing Reform and Accountancy Practice Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

Last action — Act A26-0399 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011326, Expires on Nov 08, 2026

  1. ✓
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Council
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced July 09, 2026. Enacted.

Prognosis

Likely to advance 70% · moderate confidence

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Odds of enactment

High

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  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

This act modifies business licensing and accountancy practices in response to certain needs.

The Business Licensing Reform and Accountancy Practice Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 updates regulations related to business licenses and accountancy practices. It addresses immediate concerns within these sectors to improve operations.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers in the accountancy field may see changes in practices that could affect their job requirements.
  • Small Business: This means small businesses may experience a more streamlined process for obtaining necessary licenses.

Summary

Business Licensing Reform and Accountancy Practice Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill amends various sections related to business licensing and accountancy requirements in the District of Columbia.

  • D.C. Official Code § 1-309.10(q)

    (q)(1) Before granting or renewing a license for a theater, cinema, skating rink, dance hall, exhibition, lecture, or other entertainment, the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection shall give 30-days notice by first-class mail or electronic mail to the affected Commission. The notice shall contain the name of the applicant and a description, by street number, or other plain designation, of the particular location for which the license is requested. (2) Pursuant to subsection (d) of this section, the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection shall give great weight to the Commission’s recommendations when determining whether to grant or renew the license.

    Adds a notice requirement for license applications related to entertainment venues.

  • D.C. Official Code § 47-2851.04(a)

    $198 for a 4-year license. → $198 for a 4-year license.

    Establishes a new 4-year license option for basic business licenses.

  • D.C. Official Code § 47-2851.04(b)

    renewal license fee according to paragraph (2) of this subsection; (2) A 2-year license, a person shall pay a license fee of $99; and (3) A 4-year license, a person shall pay a license fee of $198. → renewal license fee according to paragraph (2) of this subsection; (2) A 2-year license, a person shall pay a license fee of $99; and (3) A 4-year license, a person shall pay a license fee of $198.

    Maintains the license fee structure while allowing for a 4-year license option.

  • D.C. Official Code § 47-2851.04(h)

    (h) This subsection shall apply to a motor club or a business offering private tow services exclusively on behalf of a motor club. (1) An applicant for a vehicular services license subject to this section shall be exempt from the requirements of section 402.3(f) of Title 16 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (16 DCMR § 402.3(f)), or any successor law or regulation requiring a business that provides private tow services to identify a towing service storage lot.

    Exempts motor clubs from the requirement to identify a towing service storage lot.

  • D.C. Official Code § 47-2853.42

    For the purposes of subsection (a)(3) of this section:

    Updates eligibility requirements for accountancy licensure, allowing a baccalaureate degree holder with 2 years of experience to qualify.

  • D.C. Official Code § 47-2853.49

    Eligibility requirements. → Practice privilege.

    Changes the section title to reflect new content regarding practice privileges for out-of-state CPAs.

Action History

  1. Act A26-0399 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011326, Expires on Nov 08, 2026

  2. Returned from Mayor

  3. Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A26-0399, Expires on Nov 08, 2026

  4. Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Aug 12, 2026

  5. Legislative Meeting

  6. Retained by the Council

  7. B26-0730 Introduced by Councilmember Nadeau at Office of the Secretary

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 13 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (13)

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Votes

Final Reading

Passed 13 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 13000
Total 13000
% of votes cast 100%0%0%0%
How each member voted (13)
Member Party Vote
Anita Bonds — Yea
Brianne K. Nadeau — Yea
Brooke Pinto — Yea
Charles Allen — Yea
Christina Henderson — Yea
Doni Crawford — Yea
Janeese Lewis George — Yea
Matthew Frumin — Yea
Phil Mendelson — Yea
Robert C. White, Jr. — Yea
Trayon White, Sr. — Yea
Wendell Felder — Yea
Zachary Parker — Yea

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does B26-0730 do?
Business Licensing Reform and Accountancy Practice Emergency Amendment Act of 2026
Who sponsors B26-0730?
B26-0730 is sponsored by Brianne K. Nadeau.
What is the current status of B26-0730?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced July 09, 2026. Enacted.
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