B26-0064

Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Amendment Act of 2025

Introduced·1/17/25
Tion Text

Allows retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or D retailer license to refuse cash payments.

The Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Amendment Act of 2025 amends Section 28-5404 of the District of Columbia Official Code to allow retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license to refuse cash as a form of payment. This applies to retail establishments and restaurants operating 24 hours a day or at least two days a week until 3:00 am. The act requires these establishments to display a notice that cash payments are not accepted. The act will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day period of congressional review.

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History

Jun 9, 2025

Council

Public Hearing Held

May 23, 2025

Council

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the DC Register

May 20, 2025

Council

Notice of Public Hearing Published in the DC Register