The bill amends the District of Columbia Election Code to require a special election for filling a vacancy in the office of Delegate within 49 days.

The Special Election in the Office of Delegate Amendment Act of 2025 amends the District of Columbia Election Code to mandate a special election for filling a vacancy in the office of Delegate. This election must occur within 49 days after the Speaker of the House of Representatives declares extraordinary circumstances. The bill also requires approval by the Mayor, with an option for the Council to override a veto, and a 30-day period of Congressional review. The act adopts the fiscal impact statement from the committee report and specifies the effective date of the legislation.

The bill amends the District of Columbia Election Code to require a special election for filling a vacancy in the office of Delegate within 49 days.

The Special Election in the Office of Delegate Amendment Act of 2025 amends the District of Columbia Election Code to mandate a special election for filling a vacancy in the office of Delegate. This election must occur within 49 days after the Speaker of the House of Representatives declares extraordinary circumstances. The bill also requires approval by the Mayor, with an option for the Council to override a veto, and a 30-day period of Congressional review. The act adopts the fiscal impact statement from the committee report and specifies the effective date of the legislation.