The Personal Delivery Device Weight Limit Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend the existing Personal Delivery Device Act of 2018 by increasing the maximum weight limit for personal delivery devices (PDDs) from 90 pounds to 275 pounds, excluding cargo. This change is intended to facilitate the adoption of newer PDD models developed by companies such as Coco and Serve Robotics, which currently exceed the original weight limit. The bill also grants the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) the authority to establish a higher weight limit if necessary, aligning the District's regulations with those of at least 12 other states that permit PDDs exceeding 500 pounds.

The proposed legislation includes the repeal of the previous weight limit provision and introduces a new regulation specifying the updated weight limit for PDDs. By increasing the weight limit, the bill seeks to promote sustainable delivery services, reduce roadway congestion, and support local businesses in the District of Columbia, particularly in light of the growing demand for food delivery services.