The Student Identification Card Act of 2025 mandates that the Mayor ensure the issuance of student identification cards to all middle and high school students enrolled in local education agencies by January 5, 2026. The required identification cards must display the school's name, the school year, the student's name, and a photo of the student. This legislation aims to provide students with a reliable form of government-issued identification, which is currently lacking due to the phasing out of the DC ONE Card program that previously served this purpose.

The bill addresses the need for students to have a standardized identification method, particularly as access to other forms of government-issued ID through the Department of Motor Vehicles is limited for younger individuals. By implementing this act, the District of Columbia would align itself with practices in most public school districts across the United States, enhancing safety and identification verification for students both in and out of school.