The Certified Business Enterprise Program Protection Amendment Act of 2025 seeks to amend the Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2005 by introducing several key changes. Notably, the bill requires that businesses applying for certification as local business enterprises must be independently owned and operated, defined as managing and controlling their day-to-day operations without external control from other entities. Additionally, the bill revises the performance requirements for certified joint ventures, mandates that beneficiaries submit quarterly subcontracting reports, and requires certified business enterprises to report any material changes to the Department of Small and Local Business Development within 30 days.

Furthermore, the bill establishes uniform hearing procedures for enforcement actions, ensuring that businesses have a clear process for addressing complaints and potential penalties. It introduces definitions for formal and informal complaints, clarifies the managerial functions of businesses, and outlines the consequences for failing to report material changes. The amendments aim to enhance the integrity and accountability of the certification process for business enterprises in the District of Columbia, ultimately supporting local economic development.