The Robert F. Kennedy Campus Redevelopment Amendment Act of 2025 is designed to facilitate the redevelopment of approximately 180 acres at the former Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium site. The bill authorizes the issuance of bonds and establishes special funds to support the development of a new stadium, parking facilities, and a sportsplex, while also allowing for residential and commercial construction. It mandates that at least 30% of residential units be affordable and emphasizes local hiring, requiring that 51% of new hires be District residents, with specific preferences for residents of Wards 7 and 8. The bill also includes provisions for a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) that mandates a minimum investment of $50 million in community benefits over 30 years, focusing on local economic development, youth education, health equity, and public safety.
Additionally, the bill establishes two special funds—the RFK Campus Parking Facilities Fund and the Stadium Maintenance Fund—ensuring that these funds do not revert to the General Fund at the end of the fiscal year. It allows the Mayor to issue bonds for the RFK Campus Infrastructure Project and mandates the development of a Traffic Operations and Parking Plan. The bill also amends existing laws to enable the Washington Convention and Sports Authority to issue bonds for parking facilities without prior Council approval, introduces a new 4.25% sales tax on ticket sales and certain goods at the stadium, and establishes a Stadium District Entertainment Area with specific signage regulations. Overall, the legislation aims to revitalize the RFK Campus while ensuring compliance with financial and environmental standards.