The Revised Business Licensing Reform Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Act of 1975 to change the notice requirement for certain business licenses, specifically for theaters, cinemas, skating rinks, dance halls, and other entertainment venues. The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection is now required to provide a 30-day notice to the affected Commission before granting or renewing such licenses, including the applicant's name and the location of the license request. Additionally, the bill emphasizes that the Department must give great weight to the Commission's recommendations in its decision-making process.

Furthermore, the bill modifies Chapter 28 of Title 47 of the District of Columbia Official Code to introduce a 4-year basic business license option, with a renewal period extending up to 9 months after expiration. The license fee for this 4-year license is set at $198. The Mayor is also granted the authority to issue refunds for any erroneously paid business license fees. These changes aim to streamline the licensing process and provide more flexibility for business owners in the District of Columbia.