The Housing Authority Resident Empowerment Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 seeks to amend the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 by restructuring the Board of Commissioners and enhancing the training and qualifications for its members. The new Board will consist of nine members, with two elected by residents and seven appointed by the Mayor. The bill introduces specific training requirements for board members and the executive director, while also adjusting stipends for board service to a maximum of $4,000 per year for each Commissioner and an additional $2,000 for the Chairperson until January 1, 2026. It also mandates the creation of a training program for the City-Wide Resident Advisory Board to ensure effective oversight of the Authority's operations.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of resident input in the selection process for the Executive Director and enhances residents' rights, including the ability to file complaints against Authority officials and requirements for notice before lease violations are addressed. It also ensures that residents can be relocated from unsafe living conditions. The legislation repeals outdated provisions and two previous acts related to the Housing Authority, indicating a shift in focus towards empowering residents and improving governance. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Mayor and is designed to remain in effect for no longer than 90 days, in accordance with emergency act provisions.