The Seasonal Pricing and Price Gouging Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend Title 28 of the District of Columbia Official Code to introduce a seasonal pricing model that protects consumers from price gouging. Specifically, the bill establishes a new method for calculating the normal average retail price for rental vehicles, which will be based on the average price from the same week of the previous year in the Washington Metropolitan Area. This adjustment will apply for calendar years 2026 and 2027, ensuring that pricing reflects historical trends rather than inflated rates during peak seasons.

Additionally, the bill designates a public health emergency as a triggering event for the prohibition against price gouging. It also modifies the enforcement provisions by allowing the Office of the Attorney General to assess the maximum penalty for violations of the price gouging regulations. The bill includes specific insertions to define the Washington Metropolitan Area and updates references to existing sections of the law, enhancing clarity and enforcement capabilities.