District of Columbia Council Period 25 Status: Enacted

B25-1047 — Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Emergency Amendment Act of 2024

Last action — Act A25-0684 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 000339, Expires on Apr 08, 2025

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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 27, 2024. Enacted.

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Summary

Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Emergency Amendment Act of 2024

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

44 added · 40 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill B25-1047 now allows certain retail establishments, specifically those with a Class C or D liquor license and specific 24-hour restaurants, to refuse cash payments. This change introduces the requirement that these businesses provide clear written notice to customers about their no-cash policy by displaying it prominently. This matters because it aims to enhance safety for employees in entertainment venues and reduce the risks associated with handling cash, especially during late-night hours.

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______________________________ Councilmember Christina Henderson 4 6 8 A BILL ________ IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ________________ To amend, on an emergency basis, 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.
RE-ENROLLED ORIGINAL AN ACT ______________ IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ______________ To amend, on an emergency basis, 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.
“(5) To a retail establishment with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license.”.
“(5) Provided that written, conspicuous notice to the public is displayed on the door of the establishment or menu that cash payments are not accepted, to:
“(A) A retail establishment with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license;
or “(B) A restaurant location, as that term is defined in § 25-101(43), that operates:
“(i) 24 hours a day;
or “(ii) At 3:00 am at least 2 days a week.”.
This act shall take effect following approval by the Mayor (or in the event of veto by the Mayor, action by the Council to override the veto), and shall remain in effect for no longer than 90 days, as provided for emergency acts of the Council of the District of Columbia in section 412(a) of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat.
This act shall take effect following approval by the Mayor (or in the event of veto by the Mayor, action by the Council to override the veto), and shall remain in effect for no longer than RE-ENROLLED ORIGINAL days, as provided for emergency acts of the Council of the District of Columbia in section 412(a) of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, approved December 24, 1973 (87 Stat.
___________________________________ Chairman Council of the District of Columbia _________________________________ Mayor District of Columbia 2
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Action History

  1. Act A25-0684 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 000339, Expires on Apr 08, 2025

  2. Returned from Mayor

  3. Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A25-0684, Expires on Apr 08, 2025

  4. Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Jan 08, 2025

  5. Legislative Meeting

  6. Legislative Meeting

  7. Retained by the Council

  8. B25-1047 Introduced by Councilmember Henderson at Office of the Secretary

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 13 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (13)

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Frequently asked questions

What does B25-1047 do?
Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Emergency Amendment Act of 2024
Who sponsors B25-1047?
B25-1047 is sponsored by Christina Henderson.
What is the current status of B25-1047?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 27, 2024. Enacted.
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