The resolution declares an emergency regarding the need to amend the Juvenile Curfew Act of 1995 in the District of Columbia. It seeks to empower the Mayor to extend juvenile curfew hours when necessary for public safety and to allow the Chief of Police to establish specific zones with extended curfew hours. The proposed changes include starting the juvenile curfew at 11 p.m. during the summer months of June, July, and August 2025, and extending the curfew to include 17-year-olds. This action is prompted by a rise in unruly behavior and criminal activities among juveniles in the District, particularly during the spring of 2025, which has raised significant safety concerns.

The resolution emphasizes the need for immediate legislative action to enhance the tools available to law enforcement in addressing these issues, especially as summer approaches—a time known for increased incidents of violence among youth. The Council of the District of Columbia has determined that the circumstances warrant emergency legislation, allowing the proposed amendments to be adopted after a single reading and taking effect immediately.