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D.C. Council approves increased funding for Mayor's Office of LGBTQ Affairs
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· July 22, 2026
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Key takeaway Council has given final approval to the city's fiscal year 2027 budget.
The D.C. Council has given final approval to the city's fiscal year 2027 budget. This budget includes an amendment that increases funding for local organizations serving the LGBTQ community.
The amendment aims to provide more grants to these organizations through the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ Affairs. It was introduced by D.C. Council member Zachary Parker, who is the Council's only gay member.
Further details about the amendment and its impact on the community can be found through the D.C. LGBTQ Budget Coalition or the original budget proposal.
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Category: rights Published: July 22, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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