District of ColumbiaB26-0151Council Period 26 (2025-2026)House

Second Chance Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Clearer deadlines to seal nonconviction records

The law updates the automatic sealing schedule for D.C. nonconviction records. Records dated on or before September 30, 2027 are covered. Records dated October 1, 2027 must be sealed by October 1, 2027.

Start date and 90 day emergency window

The law applies starting March 1, 2025. As an emergency act, it takes effect when approved by the Mayor or after a Council override. It remains in effect for no more than 90 days.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Brooke Pinto
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 12 • No: 0

House vote • 3/4/2025

Final Reading