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DC Code § 7-1803.07 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 18 - Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement|Subchapter I - Establishment of Reserve Fund by Tobacco Product Manufacturers Not Participating in the Master Settlement Agreement|Part B - Manufacturer’s Reserve Funds Procedure|§ 7-1803.07. Miscellaneous provisions

(a) A determination of the Mayor to not include or to remove from the Directory a Brand Family or Tobacco Product Manufacturer shall be subject to review in the manner prescribed by subchapter I of Chapter 5 of Title 2. (b) No person shall be issued a license or granted a renewal of a license to act as a Wholesaler unless that person has certified in writing, under penalty of perjury, that he or she will comply fully with this part. (c) The first report of Wholesalers required by § 7-1803.05(a) shall be due 45 calendar days after April 22, 2004; the certifications by a Tobacco Product Manufacturer described in § 7-1803.03(a) shall be due 45 calendar days after April 22, 2004; and the Directory described in § 7-1803.03(b) shall be published or made available within 150 calendar days after April 22, 2004. (d) The Mayor may promulgate regulations necessary to effect the purposes of this part. (e) In any action brought by the District to enforce this part, the District shall be entitled to recover the costs of investigation, expert witness fees, costs of the action, and reasonable attorney fees. (f) If a court determines that a person has violated this part, the court shall order any profits, gain, gross receipts, or other benefit derived from the violation to be disgorged and paid to the District. Unless otherwise expressly provided, the remedies or penalties provided by this part are cumulative to each other and to the remedies or penalties available under all other laws of the District. (g)(1) If a court of competent jurisdiction finds that the provisions of this part and of part A of this subchapter conflict and cannot be harmonized, then the provisions of part A of this subchapter shall control. (2)(A) If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this part causes part A of this subchapter to no longer constitute a Qualifying or Model Statute, as those terms are defined in the Master Settlement Agreement, then that portion of this part shall not be valid. (B) If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this part is for any reason held to be invalid, unlawful, or unconstitutional, that holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this part or any part of this part.  (Apr. 22, 2004, D.C. Law 15-150, § 8, 51 DCR 2809; Apr. 13, 2005, D.C. Law 15-354, § 16, 52 DCR 2638.)  Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 15-534, in subsec. (g)(2)(A), validated a previously made technical correction.
DC Code § 7-2201 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part A - Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency|§ 7-2201. Declaration of intent; “civil defense” defined

Because of the existing possibility of the occurrence of disaster of unprecedented destructiveness resulting from enemy attack, sabotage, or other hostile action, it is the intent of Congress that plans and programs to provide necessary protection, relief, and assistance for persons and property in the District of Columbia in the event such disaster shall occur or become imminent so as to require such protection, relief, and assistance, should be developed. As used in this chapter, the term “civil defense” shall mean all activities necessary for the development and execution of such plans and programs, unless the context indicates a different meaning.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 438, ch. 686, § 1.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-1401. 1973 Ed., § 6-1201.
DC Code § 7-2204 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part A - Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency|§ 7-2204. “Metropolitan Police Department”, “Fire Department” defined

As used in § 7-2203, the terms “Metropolitan Police Department” and “Fire Department” shall include, respectively, offices or agencies succeeding to the functions of such departments pursuant to Reorganization Plan No. 5 of 1952.  (July 6, 1953, 67 Stat. 140, ch. 179, § 1.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-1404. 1973 Ed., § 6-1202b.
DC Code § 7-2206 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part A - Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency|§ 7-2206. Limitation of liability

Neither the District of Columbia nor any volunteer agency in the service of said District nor, except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence, any officer, agent, or employee of the District of Columbia or volunteer agency, or any regularly appointed volunteer worker, engaged in civil defense activities, while complying with or attempting to comply with any provision of this chapter or of any rule, regulation, or order issued pursuant to this chapter, shall be liable to any person, whether or not such person is engaged in civil defense, for death, injury, or property damage resulting therefrom. The provisions of this section shall not affect the right of any person to receive benefits to which he would otherwise be entitled under any workmen’s compensation law, or under any pension, retirement, or disability law, nor the right of any such person to receive any benefits or compensation under any other act of Congress.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 4.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-1406. 1973 Ed., § 6-1204.
DC Code § 7-2207 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part A - Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency|§ 7-2207. Appropriations authorized

Appropriations for carrying out the purposes of this chapter are hereby authorized.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 5.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-1407. 1973 Ed., § 6-1205.
DC Code § 7-2208 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part A - Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency|§ 7-2208. Annual report

The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency, through the Mayor of the District of Columbia, shall submit to the Senate and House of Representatives on the 1st day of each regular session of the Congress a report of its activities and expenditures under this chapter.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 6; Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262,§ 101(d), 54 DCR 794.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-1408. 1973 Ed., § 6-1206. Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 16-262, substituted “Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency” for “Office of Emergency Preparedness”. References in Text Pursuant to Mayor’s Order 98-198 ( 46 DCR 240) pub. January 8, 1999, the name of the Office of Emergency Preparedness has been changed to the D.C. Emergency Management Agency. Editor's Notes Office of Civil Defense abolished: See Historical and Statutory Notes following § 7-2202. Change in Government This section originated at a time when local government powers were delegated to a Board of Commissioners of the District of Columbia (see Acts Relating to the Establishment of the District of Columbia and its Various Forms of Governmental Organization in Volume 1). Section 401 of Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 1967 (see Reorganization Plans in Volume 1) transferred all of the functions of the Board of Commissioners under this section to a single Commissioner. The District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act, 87 Stat. 818, § 711 ( D.C. Code, § 1-207.11), abolished the District of Columbia Council and the Office of Commissioner of the District of Columbia. These branches of government were replaced by the Council of the District of Columbia and the Office of Mayor of the District of Columbia, respectively. Accordingly, and also pursuant to § 714(a) of such Act ( D.C. Code, § 1-207.14(a)), appropriate changes in terminology were made in this section.
DC Code § 7-2231.01 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.01. Findings

The Council finds that: (1) The District of Columbia has been designated a high-threat target city by the United States Department of Homeland Security, and needs commensurate capabilities for preventing, mitigating, and responding to terrorist attacks. These capabilities include risk-based strategic planning, threat and vulnerability analysis, and gap assessments. (2) It is the policy of the District of Columbia to warn, inform, and protect its residents by providing timely and accurate information before, during, and after times of emergency. Such information can save lives, reduce property losses, and speed economic recovery by providing residents with the information they need to make informed decisions and to take appropriate protective actions. (3) The District of Columbia seeks to promote transparency regarding homeland security efforts, in order that government officials and the public can assess the risks, adequacy of programs, the progress made, and gaps remaining. (4) Risks and vulnerabilities identified through an ongoing program of analysis should be addressed expeditiously and comprehensively. (5) The Final Report of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States outlined appropriate roles for the federal government and its counterparts at the local government level, and concluded that homeland security priorities and assistance should be based strictly on an assessment of risks and vulnerabilities.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 201; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.02 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.02. Definitions

For the purposes of this part, the term: (1) “Agency” means the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. (1A) "COOP" means the continuity of operations. (1B) "COOP Coordinator" means the District government agency employee designated pursuant to § 7-2231.11(b)(1). (1C) "COOP Plan" means the living document containing specific policy and guidance for a District government agency to ensure the District government agency can continue to perform essential functions during short-term and long-term emergencies, including localized acts of nature, accidents, and technological or attack-related emergencies. (2) “Director” means the Director of the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. (2A) "District COOP Program Manager" means the Agency employee designated pursuant to § 7-2231.11(a)(1). (2B) "District government agency" means a subordinate or independent agency. (2C) "Independent agency" means any agency of the District of Columbia government that is not under the direct administrative control of the Mayor. (3) “Program” means the Homeland Security Program created by § 7-2231.03. [(4)] Subordinate agency" shall have the same meaning as provided in § 1-603.01(17).  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 202; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794; Mar. 16, 2021, D.C. Law 23-219, § 2(a), 67 DCR 13906.)
DC Code § 7-2231.03 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.03. Homeland Security Program

(a) The Director shall develop a Homeland Security Program to identify and mitigate threats, risks, and vulnerabilities within the District of Columbia. The program shall include, but not be limited to: (1) Identifying public infrastructure and other public assets in the District that need protection, assessing vulnerability, and addressing priority needs; (2) Establishing measurable readiness priorities and targets that balance the potential threat and magnitude of terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies with the resources required to prevent, respond to, and recover from them; (3) Establishing readiness metrics and performance measures for preparedness in the areas of prevention, protection, response, and recovery; (4) Assisting residents and public and private entities in emergency preparedness; (5) Coordinating with federal, state, and regional authorities, and with private entities; and (6) Developing a budget to implement the Program. (b) Within one year of March 14, 2007, the Director shall contract for a baseline threat and vulnerability assessment of the District of Columbia to include risks associated with, but not limited to, terrorism (including bioterrorism), radiological weapons and their potential transport into the District of Columbia, food and water supply, cybersecurity, fire and rescue capability; an assessment of actions already taken to address security issues and recommendations on whether additional safety and security enforcement actions are needed; and recommendations for additional legislation needed to enhance the security of District residents. (c) Beginning one year after the establishment of the Program, the Mayor shall submit an annual report to the Council describing the current level of the preparedness of the District of Columbia, including reports on the District’s homeland security capabilities, priority unmet needs and the cost of meeting those needs, relevant training and readiness exercises, resident education, and the utilization of mutual aid.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 203; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)  Section References This section is referenced in § 7-2231.02.
DC Code § 7-2231.04 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.04. Public information and involvement program

(a) The Mayor shall: (1) Disseminate homeland security information to the public and engage residents in homeland security emergency planning; (2) Solicit resident input in vulnerability assessment and planning activities; and (3) Offer periodic training opportunities to members of the public.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 204; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.05 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.05. District of Columbia government employee security training program

(a) The Director, in consultation with other District of Columbia agencies, law enforcement, security, and terrorism experts, and representatives of public employees, shall develop and issue guidelines for a public employee security training program to meet requirements established in the District of Columbia Emergency Response Plan. (b) At the request of the Director, District government agencies shall submit employee training programs to the Director for annual review.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 205; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.06 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.06. Large building security

(a) In consultation with organizations representing property owners, property managers, and building operators and managers, the Director shall develop guidance for building operators and managers to enhance the security of large commercial and residential buildings. (b) In consultation with the Director of the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs and organizations representing property owners, property managers, and building operators and managers, the Director shall occasionally review the building code to determine potential changes that could improve building security.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 206; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.07 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.07. Exercises

The Agency shall coordinate a regular program of readiness exercises to test the District of Columbia’s emergency preparedness, propose action to address any gap in preparedness, and coordinate with regional, federal, and private entities.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 207; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.08 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.08. Public notification of emergencies

The Agency shall establish and implement an effective homeland security public warning and information capability that can be used during emergencies to warn residents timely and to disseminate emergency information to residents, both indoors and outdoors, at any time and regardless of residents’ special needs. The Agency shall also pay particular attention to the needs of senior citizens and low-income residents in establishing an effective homeland security public warning and information capability.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 208; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)
DC Code § 7-2231.09 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.09. Private sector vulnerability assessments and mitigation plans

The Director shall request the voluntary sharing of information from private entities on best practices for prevention, mitigation, response, and recovery from a terrorist or other security incident, including information on relocation and other business continuity plans and programs, for the purpose of collaboration to improve public and private preparedness.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 209; as added Mar. 14, 2007, D.C. Law 16-262, § 101(e), 54 DCR 794.)  Emergency Legislation For temporary (90 day) addition, see § 3008 of Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Support Emergency Act of 2008 (D.C. Act 17-468, July 28, 2008, 55 DCR 8746).
DC Code § 7-2231.10 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 7 - Human Health Care and Safety|Chapter 22 - Homeland Security|Subchapter I - Homeland Security Program|Part B - Homeland Security Program Implementation|§ 7-2231.10. Rules for use of surveillance cameras

(a) The Mayor, pursuant to subchapter I of Chapter 5 of Title 2, shall issue rules for the use of surveillance cameras and technology in the operation of its Video Interoperability for Public Safety (“VIPS”) program; provided, that the Agency shall not use cameras maintained or monitored by either the Department of Corrections or the Metropolitan Police Department. The proposed rules shall be submitted to the Council for a 45-day period of review, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays, and days of Council recess. If the Council does not approve or disapprove the proposed rules, by resolution, within this 45-day review period, the proposed rules shall be deemed disapproved. (b) Until rules are issued and approved pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, the use of any video surveillance cameras that are part of the VIPS program shall be governed by the regulations promulgated pursuant to the Use of Closed Circuit Television to Combat Crime Amendment Act of 2006, effective March 14, 2007 (D.C. Law 16-284; 54 DCR 938), and published in Chapter 25 of Title 24 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations. (c) The Metropolitan Police Department shall maintain a right of access to all surveillance cameras and technology in the VIPS program, without limitation, except as stated in applicable rules or regulations governing the VIPS program.  (Aug. 11, 1950, 64 Stat. 440, ch. 686, § 210; as added Aug. 16, 2008, D.C. Law 17-219, § 3008, 55 DCR 7598; Mar. 5, 2010, D.C. Law 18-113, § 2, 57 DCR 487.)  Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 18-113, in subsec. (a), substituted “program; provided, that the Agency shall not use cameras maintained or monitored by either the Department of Corrections or the Metropolitan Police Department.” for “program.”; and added subsec. (c). Short Title Short title: Section 3007 of D.C. Law 17-219 provided that subtitle C of title III of the act may be cited as the “Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency Video Surveillance Rules Amendment Act of 2008”. Delegation of Authority Delegation of Authority Pursuant to section 3008 of D.C. Law 17-219, the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency Video Surveillance Rules Act of 2008, see Mayor’s Order 2008-135, October 10, 2008 ( 55 DCR 11216).
DC Code § 8-101.01 (2021)
2021 District of Columbia Code|Title 8 - Environmental and Animal Control and Protection|Chapter 1 - Environmental Controls|Subchapter I - Air Pollution Control|Part A - General|§ 8-101.01. Purpose [Repealed]

Repealed.  (July 30, 1968, 82 Stat. 458, Pub. L. 90-440, § 2; Mar. 15, 1985, D.C. Law 5-165, § 2(a), 32 DCR 562.)  Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., §§ 6-901 to 6-903. Cross References Acid rain, research and plan, see 42 U.S.C. § 8901 et seq. Air pollution prevention and control, Clean Air Act, see 42 U.S.C. § 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act, see 42 U.S.C. § 7401 et seq. Pollution Prevention Act of 1990, see 42 U.S.C. § 13101 et seq. Stratospheric Ozone Protection, see 42 U.S.C. § 7671 et seq. Sulfur dioxide, acid deposition control, air pollution prevention and control, see 42 U.S.C. § 7651 et seq. Editor's Notes Due to the codification of Title II of D.C. Law 20-135 as Part B of this subchapter, the existing sections of this chapter were designated as Part A. Delegation of Authority Delegation of Authority Pursuant to DC Law 6-100, the “Litter Control Administration Act of 1985;” DC Law 6-42, the “Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Civil Infractions Act of 1985;” DC Law 5-165, the “DC Air Pollution Control Act of 1984;” DC Law 13-172, the “Rodent Control Act of 2000;” and DC Law 6-126, the “Construction Codes Approval and Amendments Act of 1986”, see Mayor’s Order 2002-5, February 1, 2002 ( 49 DCR 911).