District of ColumbiaB26-0710Council Period 26 (2025-2026)HouseWALLET

Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

Sponsored By: Christina Henderson (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

Some D.C. venues can refuse cash payments

D.C. retail establishments with valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer licenses can refuse cash payments. Restaurants can also refuse cash if they operate 24 hours daily or at 3:00 a.m. at least 2 days weekly. Businesses refusing cash must post a clear written notice on their door or menu saying cash is not accepted. The emergency law takes effect upon mayoral approval or a Council veto override and lasts no more than 90 days.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Christina Henderson
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 11 • No: 1

House vote • 6/30/2026

Final Reading

Yes: 11 • No: 1 • Other: 1

Actions Timeline

Act A26-0376 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011083, Expires on Oct 20, 2026
8/7/2026House
Returned from Mayor
7/23/2026House
Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A26-0376, Expires on Oct 20, 2026
7/22/2026House
Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Jul 28, 2026
7/14/2026House
Legislative Meeting
6/30/2026House
Retained by the Council
6/30/2026House
B26-0710 Introduced by Councilmember Henderson at Office of the Secretary
6/26/2026House

Bill Text

Amendment
6/30/2026
PDF
Enrollment
6/30/2026
PDF
Introduced
6/26/2026
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