The Private Vehicle-for-Hire Operator Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend the Department of For-Hire Vehicles Establishment Act of 1985 by clarifying the definition of a private vehicle-for-hire operator. The bill specifies that a private vehicle-for-hire operator is an individual who uses the digital dispatch of a private vehicle-for-hire company to operate a motor vehicle for passenger transportation. This clarification is intended to provide a clearer understanding of the role and responsibilities of private vehicle-for-hire operators within the regulatory framework.

The act is set to apply from March 1, 2024, and will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period. It is designed as a temporary measure, expiring 225 days after its enactment. The Council has adopted the fiscal impact statement from the Budget Director as part of the legislative process.