Legislation Would Revoke DCPS Control Over its Own Contracts
The D.C. Council’s Public Works & Operations Committee took D.C. Public Schools officials to task in a hearing Thursday, on legislation that would take away their authority to manage their own procurement process.
Legislation Would Upend the Status Quo of Road Design
Nadeau re-introduced legislation this week that would change the status quo of how roads are designed and put safety and livability for all road users above efficiently moving cars.
Nadeau Previews Bill to Bolster MPD Recruitment, Retention
At a time when the Metropolitan Police Department is struggling to recruit officers, Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau unveiled legislation Thursday to help expand the Metropolitan Police Department’s Cadet Corps, a program that prepares young D.C. residents to enter the police force.
Public Works & Operations Committee Budget Report
Committee budget restores cut programs and adds rideshare congestion surcharge to address traffic and pay for 24-hour bus service.
Bill Would Allow District Land Purchases to Increase Affordable Housing Units
Councilmember Nadeau will introduce the Prioritizing Public Land Purchase Act of 2023
Trick-or-Streets and Hybrid Meetings Infrastructure Bill Intros
D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau is introducing two bills today to support neighborhoods.
Nadeau Statement on Final Passage of Street Vending Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau released the following statement following the final passage of the Street Vendor Advancement Act of 2023. The bill decriminalizes street vending, sets up vending zones and spaces, and streamlines a costly and complex licensing process to be more appropriate to how street vendors have operated for many years. […]
Statement as Local Resident Voting Rights Act Becomes Law. Again.
“Despite House Republican attempts to interfere, today the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act became law. Our neighbors – who pay taxes, attend our schools, and contribute to the vibrancy of our communities – will now also have a say in who represents them in our local government.”
Statement Before the Senate Disapproval Vote
Councilmember Nadeau offered the following statement in conjunction with her attendance at the Hands Off DC rally Wednesday morning at Columbus Circle, outside Union Station.
Street Vending Bill Passes First Reading
The D.C. Council passed a bill on first reading that decriminalizes street vending and recognizes it as a livelihood that contributes to the culture and economy of the city.
