Bill
B 26-0395
Overview: B 26-0395, Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2025, Act A26-0195 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 012880, Introduced
Overview: B 26-0395, Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2025, Act A26-0195 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 012880, Introduced October 06, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This temporary amendment act extends the provisions of the Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Act of 2023, which mandates safety and security measures for employees of bars, nightclubs, and other entertainment venues in the District of Columbia.
Key Provisions:
- Extends the enforcement and compliance deadlines of the original act by 12 months
- Maintains requirements for venues to provide security personnel, install security cameras, and implement employee safety training
- Authorizes the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) to continue conducting inspections and issuing citations for non-compliance
Affected Parties and Impacts: Entertainment establishments in DC, including bars, nightclubs, and similar venues, as well as their employees, will continue to be subject to the safety requirements. This is intended to protect workers from potential violence or other threats.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The temporary amendment act was published in the DC Register and is currently in effect, extending the original law's provisions until October 2026. The Council may consider making these requirements permanent through future legislation.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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