The Evidence-Based Gun Violence Reduction and Prevention Act of 2025 seeks to implement a comprehensive strategy to combat gun violence in the District of Columbia through the establishment of a Group Violence Intervention Initiative. This initiative will focus on individuals and groups involved in gun violence, enhancing coordination among law enforcement and providing social services to those willing to change their behavior. A governing board and a strategy and implementation team, comprising key stakeholders from law enforcement and community organizations, will oversee the initiative. The Mayor will be required to submit quarterly progress reports to the Council.

The bill also includes provisions to authorize the Metropolitan Police Department to hire civilian personnel for investigating certain property crimes and cold cases, mandates the Sentencing Commission to publish biannual reports on repeat violent offenders, and empowers the Mayor to address properties contributing to criminal blight. Additionally, it requires the Director of the Department of Healthcare Finance to amend the Medicaid state plan to include community violence prevention services for beneficiaries, allowing those exposed to community violence to access support services. The bill establishes criteria for certifying qualified violence prevention professionals, including a mandatory training program and ongoing education requirements, ensuring that these professionals are equipped to provide effective support in the community.