The "Fiscal Year 2025 Revised Local Budget Temporary Act of 2025" proposes significant adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2025 Local Budget Act of 2024, primarily in response to changes in federal funding and current economic conditions. The bill outlines a total decrease in appropriations of $225,715,792, which includes rescinded funds from various local agencies and programs. Key sectors affected include Governmental Direction and Support, Economic Development and Regulation, and Public Safety and Justice, with notable increases such as $19,486,493 for the Metropolitan Police Department, while cuts are made to the Housing Production Trust Fund and other local funds. The bill also increases appropriations for Public Education by $14,521,796 and Human Support Services by $30,877,047, while rescinding funds from departments like the Department of Employment Services and the District of Columbia Public Schools.
Additionally, the bill introduces provisions to limit retroactive pay increases for Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025, with exceptions for previously authorized increases. It amends existing laws regarding fund transfers, including adjustments to the Universal Paid Leave Implementation Fund and the Sustainable Energy Trust Fund, and introduces a restaurant sales tax holiday for August 2025. The bill also allocates grants for repairs and operational expenses to the National, Lincoln, and Howard Theaters. Overall, the act aims to create a balanced and sustainable budget for the District of Columbia, ensuring essential services continue to operate effectively while addressing community needs through targeted funding. The act will take effect upon approval by the Mayor, followed by a 30-day Congressional review period, and will expire 225 days after enactment.