2025-2026 Regular Session • Washington D.C. Legislature

B26-0185: Fair Hiring Opportunities for Public Employment (HOPE) Amendment Act of 2025

Legislative Summary

As introduced, Bill 26-185 would establish a hiring preference for graduates of qualifying transitional employment programs and clarify the process by which an applicant’s criminal history is considered when applying for employment with the District government.

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Bill History

3/24/2025

Introduced in Office of the Secretary

City Council

3/28/2025

Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0185 Published in the DC Register

City Council

4/1/2025

Referred to Committee on Executive Administration and Labor

City Council

4/23/2025