The Eviction Reform Amendment Act of 2025 proposes several amendments to the District of Columbia's eviction laws. It allows the Court to exercise discretion in dismissing complaints that lack sufficient facts or documentation, as indicated by the change from "the Court shall dismiss the complaint" to "the Court may, in its discretion when weighing the prejudice to all parties, dismiss the complaint." Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that entitles plaintiffs in eviction cases for nonpayment of rent to request a protective order requiring defendants to deposit rent into the Court's registry during the proceedings. This section also outlines the process for defendants to challenge the protective order based on alleged miscalculations of rent or property maintenance violations.

Furthermore, the bill amends the Rental Housing Act of 1985 to allow expedited evictions for tenants involved in violent criminal activity, enabling housing providers to recover possession of rental units more swiftly. It establishes a 10-day notice requirement for tenants and mandates that hearings occur within 20 days of filing a complaint. The legislation also provides defenses for tenants who are victims of intrafamily offenses or who were unaware of the criminal activity occurring on the premises. Overall, the bill aims to balance the rights of tenants and housing providers while streamlining the eviction process in cases of serious misconduct.