The bill amends the Certified Business Enterprise Program to enhance compliance and enforcement mechanisms.

The Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 modifies the program to include new criteria for business enterprises and joint ventures. It mandates that businesses must be independently owned, operated, and controlled by District-based enterprises or not-for-profit businesses, or owned by non-District-based businesses more than 50% owned by District residents. The bill also establishes procedures for handling complaints, investigations, and hearings, and outlines the process for revoking certifications and imposing penalties.

The bill amends the Certified Business Enterprise Program to enhance compliance and enforcement mechanisms.

The Certified Business Enterprise Program Compliance and Enforcement Support Temporary Amendment Act of 2026 modifies the program to include new criteria for business enterprises and joint ventures. It mandates that businesses must be independently owned, operated, and controlled by District-based enterprises or not-for-profit businesses, or owned by non-District-based businesses more than 50% owned by District residents. The bill also establishes procedures for handling complaints, investigations, and hearings, and outlines the process for revoking certifications and imposing penalties.