The Public Service Exception Charter Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to establish a clear consequence for Councilmembers who have been expelled from the Council. Specifically, the bill proposes to disqualify any individual who has been expelled from serving as a Councilmember for a period of five years following their expulsion. This amendment is introduced in response to the recent expulsion of a Councilmember for violations of the Council's Code of Official Conduct and the District's Ethics Act, highlighting the need for accountability among public officials.

The bill includes a specific amendment to Section 402 of the Home Rule Act, which currently prohibits individuals convicted of a felony while in office from serving. The proposed change will add a new criterion that disqualifies anyone who has been expelled from the Council within the five years preceding an election. This legislative action seeks to restore public trust in government institutions by ensuring that expelled members cannot immediately return to office, thereby reinforcing ethical standards within the Council. If approved by the Council, the amendment will be presented to voters for ratification.