B26-0566

Petition Administration Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

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The bill clarifies rules for petition signers in the District of Columbia, prohibiting others from altering petition information unless requested by.

The District of Columbia B26-0566 — Petition Administration Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2026 amends the rules for petition signers. It prohibits any person other than the signer from writing, altering, correcting, or clarifying information on a petition unless the signer requests assistance before signing. The use of correction fluid or tape is also prohibited. This act will take effect following approval by the Mayor or, if vetoed, after the Council overrides the veto, and will remain in effect for no longer than 90 days.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Final Reading

12 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Feb 6

Council

Act A26-0256 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 001085, Expires on Apr 28, 2026

Feb 2

Council

Returned from Mayor

Jan 28

Council

Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A26-0256, Expires on Apr 28, 2026