DC B26-0056 | 2025-2026 | 26th Council
Status
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Introduced on January 13 2025 - 25% progression
Action: 2025-01-24 - Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0056 Published in the DC Register
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on January 13 2025 - 25% progression
Action: 2025-01-24 - Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0056 Published in the DC Register
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
As introduced Bill 26-56 eliminates the mandatory guardianship system for minor child settlements in favor of an investment framework. that will not require annual guardianship reports that consume the proceeds of the child’s settlement. Under this legislation, judicial review is required in settlements with a net recovery of $10,000 or more.
Title
Settlement of Actions Involving Minor Children Act of 2025
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-24 | Council | Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0056 Published in the DC Register |
| 2025-01-21 | Council | Referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety |
| 2025-01-13 | Council | Introduced in Office of the Secretary |
Washington D.C. State Sources
| Type | Source |
|---|---|
| Summary | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0056 |
| Text | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/downloads/LIMS/56925/Introduction/B26-0056-Introduction.pdf |
