The Universal Paid Leave Portability Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Universal Paid Leave Act of 2016 to expand eligibility for paid leave benefits. Specifically, the bill allows individuals who are unemployed and not receiving unemployment insurance benefits to qualify for these benefits. This change is reflected in the amendment to Section 101 of the current law, which now includes a provision for unemployed individuals who are not receiving benefits under the District of Columbia Unemployment Compensation Amendment Act.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals receiving unemployment benefits are not eligible for paid leave benefits during the same period, as stated in the amended Section 107(e). This legislative change aims to provide greater support for individuals who may be in need of paid leave but are currently unemployed and not receiving any form of unemployment assistance. The act will take effect following the Mayor's approval and a 30-day congressional review period.