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B 26-0023

On-Premises and On-Site Extended Hours Program Amendment Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Amends the On-Premises and On-Site Extended Hours Program to modify eligibility, procedures, and requirements for extended-hours licenses and enforcement.

Law L26-0006, Effective from Jun 10, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 006761
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Bill Summary · B 26-0023

Summary — B26-0023: On‑Premises and On‑Site Extended Hours Program Amendment Act of 2025

Overview

B26‑0023, introduced January 6, 2025 by Councilmember McDuffie, was enacted as Act A26‑0043 and became Law L26‑0006 (effective June 10, 2025). The bill’s title indicates it amends the District’s On‑Premises and On‑Site Extended Hours Program — the City program that governs requests by businesses to operate with extended hours for on‑site or on‑premises consumption (for example, certain hospitality, restaurant, bar, hotel, and event venue operations). The full enacted text is published in the DC Register (Vol. 72): Act A26‑0043 (Apr 25, 2025) and Law L26‑0006 (published Jun 20, 2025; effective Jun 10, 2025).

Purpose / Intent

While the bill text is not included here, the title and enactment indicate the Council intended to modify the existing extended‑hours program. Typical legislative goals for such amendments include clarifying eligibility, streamlining application and approval processes, strengthening public‑safety or neighborhood protections, adjusting fees or reporting requirements, and improving oversight and enforcement.

Key types of provisions likely addressed

(Consult the enacted Act A26‑0043 for exact language; below are the subject areas this amendment likely covers based on the program’s scope.)
- Changes to who may apply for extended‑hours privileges (eligibility criteria, types of licenses or zones included/excluded).
- Revision of application, renewal, and notice procedures (timelines, community/ANC notice, hearing requirements).
- Adjustments to permitted extended hours (start/stop times, days of week, special event allowances).
- New or revised mitigation and public‑safety requirements (security, noise control, trash management, transportation plans).
- Enforcement, penalties, and revocation standards for noncompliance.
- Reporting and data collection obligations (monthly/annual reports to the Council or regulatory agencies).
- Fee changes or administrative adjustments for program management.

Who is affected

  • Businesses holding on‑premises or on‑site consumption licenses (restaurants, bars, hotels, event venues, caterers).
  • The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) and other District agencies involved in licensing, enforcement, and public safety (e.g., MPD, Dept. of Health).
  • Advisory Neighborhood Commissions and nearby residents/businesses that receive notice and can participate in hearings or file protests.
  • Applicants and licensees subject to new compliance, reporting, or fee requirements.

Legislative timeline & status

  • Introduced: Jan 6, 2025
  • Referred: Jan 7, 2025 (Business & Economic Development Committee)
  • Committee mark‑up: Feb 24, 2025; report filed Feb 25 (with hearing record)
  • Council readings: First Reading Mar 4; Final Reading Apr 1
  • Transmitted to Mayor: Apr 7; signed/returned Apr 22, 2025
  • Published as Act A26‑0043: Apr 25, 2025 (DC Register Vol. 72, p.004876)
  • Transmitted to Congress: Apr 28, 2025
  • Enacted as Law L26‑0006 (effective Jun 10, 2025); published Jun 20, 2025 (DC Register Vol. 72, p.006761)

Where to read the law

For the precise changes and legal text, consult:
- Act A26‑0043 (published Apr 25, 2025) — DC Register Vol. 72, p.004876
- Law L26‑0006 (effective Jun 10, 2025) — DC Register Vol. 72, p.006761
You can obtain the full enacted text and legislative files (committee report, hearing record) from the D.C. Council website or the DC Register.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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