The "Let Students Attend Kindergarten Emergency Amendment Act of 2025" and its accompanying temporary amendment act have been proposed to address urgent issues regarding kindergarten enrollment policies in the District of Columbia. The resolution highlights the abrupt changes made by the D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) regarding enrollment requirements, which have not only caused confusion among families but have also led to reports of educational neglect for children attending private or parochial pre-kindergarten programs. The resolution seeks to ensure that children who turn five after their home state's kindergarten cutoff but before September 30 are not considered truant if they move to D.C. during the school year. It also aims to protect students who have relied on previous commitments from DCPS regarding feeder patterns and sibling preferences.

The resolution emphasizes the need for immediate legislative action to amend compulsory school enrollment requirements to prevent further disadvantage to families and children. It calls for a two-year delay in changes to kindergarten enrollment policies and a one-year delay in boundary assignment changes to allow for proper communication and planning. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the emergency nature of these circumstances and intends for the proposed legislation to take effect immediately, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to attend kindergarten in the upcoming school years while allowing for necessary oversight and evaluation of DCPS policies.