AJE would like to share with our families three bills that may be of interest. Learn more about each below!
- BILL NAME: B25-0742 – Youth Mentorship Through Community Engagement Act 2024
The DC Council will soon hold a hearing on Bill B25-0742 – Youth Mentorship Through Community Engagement Act of 2024. This legislation aims to expand mentorship opportunities for youth in DC through enhanced community engagement programs.
Hearing Date:
Tuesday, October 10, 2024
Deadline to Sign Up to Testify:
Friday, October 6, 2024
To testify at the hearing, you must register in advance. You can sign up by visiting the official Sign-Up Page.
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2. BILL NAME – B25-0847 – Advancing Equity in Special Education Protocols Amendment Act of 2024
The DC Council will soon hold a hearing on Bill B25-0847 – Advancing Equity in Special Education Protocols Amendment Act of 2024, an essential bill aimed at promoting fairness and equity in special education services across the district and establishing a mandatory staffing level for self-contained classrooms.
Hearing Date:
Thursday, October 12, 2024
Deadline to Sign Up to Testify:
Monday, October 9, 2024
To testify at the hearing, you must register in advance. You can sign up by visiting the official Sign-Up Page.
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3. BILL NAME – B25-0690 – Public School Health Services Amendment Act of 2024.
The DC Council will be holding a hearing on Bill B25-0690 – Public School Health Services Amendment Act of 2024, which seeks to improve health services available to students in DC public schools. This legislation aims to strengthen school health protocols, ensuring students have greater access to essential medical and mental health resources. You can view the bill here.
Hearing Date:
Wednesday, October 18, 2024
Deadline to Sign Up to Testify:
Sunday, October 15, 2024
To testify at the hearing, you must register in advance. You can sign up by visiting the official Sign-Up Page.
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