The proposed resolution, titled "Aetna Life Insurance Company & Aetna Health, Inc. Health Benefits Contract Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025," seeks the Council of the District of Columbia's approval for a multiyear contract with Aetna Life Insurance Company and Aetna Health, Inc. The contract, estimated at $1,576,229,125.75 over five years, aims to provide and administer fully insured health benefits to District employees, their dependents, and retirees, in alignment with the D.C. Employees Health Benefits Program. The resolution emphasizes the urgency of the situation, indicating that timely approval is necessary to ensure the District can access these essential health services.

The resolution outlines the need for the contract and asserts that the circumstances warrant an emergency declaration, allowing for the legislation to be adopted after a single reading. It highlights the critical nature of the health benefits provided through this contract and the necessity of acting promptly to secure these services for the District's workforce. The Mayor's administration is open to addressing any questions from the Council regarding the proposed contract.