The Government Recruitment and Retention Act of 2025 aims to address staffing shortages in critical positions within District agencies, particularly those related to public safety. The bill establishes a new Director of Recruitment and Retention within the Office of the City Administrator, who will identify difficult-to-fill positions and the factors contributing to high attrition rates. The Director will also provide annual reports with recommendations to improve recruitment and retention strategies. Additionally, the legislation authorizes the Mayor to offer recruitment incentives and retention payments of up to $5,000 for specific positions, including correctional officers and call dispatchers, and mandates quarterly reporting to the Council on hiring and retention metrics.

Furthermore, the bill directs various agencies, including the Metropolitan Police Department and the Department of Corrections, to engage contractors to develop campaigns aimed at encouraging high school students to pursue careers in public safety and related fields. It also establishes an internship program within the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to attract students to the medical examiner profession. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of essential personnel in the District, thereby improving service delivery and public safety.