The Youth Workforce Development Programs Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 aims to enhance the effectiveness of youth workforce development initiatives in the District of Columbia. The bill modifies the Mayor's Youth Leadership Institute Act of 2005 by removing the requirement for District government employees to supervise youth during summer program sessions. Additionally, it expands the definition of a covered child or youth services provider under the Child and Youth, Safety and Health Omnibus Amendment Act of 2004 to include employees or volunteers of host employers involved in summer youth programs, thereby broadening the scope of individuals responsible for the welfare of participating youth.
Furthermore, the bill authorizes the Department of Employment Services to conduct background checks and motor vehicle record checks on employees and volunteers of host employers or grantees who have direct contact or unsupervised access to youth in these programs. This provision is intended to ensure the safety and security of youth participants. The act will take effect upon approval by the Mayor and will expire after 225 days.