The Let Our Vows Endure Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 allows the Mayor of the District of Columbia to issue marriage licenses and authorize temporary marriage officiants during periods when the Clerk of the Superior Court is unable to issue licenses due to a federal government shutdown. The bill amends several sections of the existing law, including changing references from "Clerk" to "Mayor or Clerk" in multiple instances, thereby expanding the authority to issue marriage licenses. Additionally, it establishes that the Mayor will create a specific form for marriage licenses and maintain accurate records of all licenses issued.

The bill also includes provisions for the Mayor to transmit copies of marriage licenses and certificates to the Clerk of the Superior Court within five business days. A new section clarifies that the Mayor's authority to issue marriage licenses is limited to times when the Clerk is not operational due to a federal shutdown. This emergency legislation is designed to ensure that marriage services remain accessible during such disruptions, and it will remain in effect for a maximum of 90 days unless further action is taken by the Council or the Mayor.