The Expanding Access to Public Restrooms Act of 2025 aims to significantly enhance the availability of public restrooms across the District of Columbia. The legislation establishes a Business Improvement District and Main Street Public Restroom Facility Fund, which will be administered by the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development. This fund will provide financial support to Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and Main Streets to facilitate the provision and maintenance of public restroom facilities. Additionally, the bill mandates that all new and substantially renovated parks that are one acre or more must include at least one gender-neutral public restroom facility.

The bill addresses the pressing need for accessible public restrooms, particularly for vulnerable populations such as individuals experiencing homelessness, pregnant individuals, and those with medical conditions. By increasing the number of public restrooms in high-use locations and ensuring their maintenance, the legislation seeks to improve public health and safety, reduce instances of public urination and defecation, and create a more welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.