The Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 amends section 28-5404 of the District of Columbia Official Code to permit retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license, as well as certain restaurants, to refuse cash payments. The bill stipulates that these establishments must provide written and conspicuous notice to the public, displayed on the door or menu, indicating that cash payments are not accepted. This provision applies specifically to retail establishments and restaurants that operate 24 hours a day or are open at least until 3:00 am on two or more days a week.

The bill includes amendments to existing legal language, specifically by modifying paragraph (3)(C) to replace a phrase with a semicolon and altering paragraph (4) to add a new phrase. Additionally, a new paragraph (5) is introduced, detailing the conditions under which cash payments may be refused. The act is set to take effect on October 18, 2025, following approval by the Mayor or a potential override of a veto by the Council, and will remain in effect for no longer than 90 days as per emergency legislation protocols.