The Housing Authority Resident Empowerment Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 seeks to amend the District of Columbia Housing Authority Act of 1999 by restructuring the Board of Commissioners and enhancing training for its members. The bill proposes a new Board consisting of nine members, with two elected by residents and seven appointed by the Mayor, who must possess relevant professional experience in housing and homelessness. It also introduces a comprehensive training program for the City-Wide Resident Advisory Board to facilitate effective participation in the Authority's operations. Additionally, the bill modifies stipends for board members, capping them at $4,000 per year, with an extra $2,000 for the Chairperson, and specifies that government employees serving as Commissioners will not receive stipends.

Furthermore, the bill amends the District of Columbia Government Comprehensive Merit Personnel Act of 1978 to establish stipends for the Housing Authority Commissioners, setting them at $8,000 annually, with the Chairperson receiving an additional $4,000. It also allows for reimbursement of actual travel and other expenses related to official duties, with payments made quarterly and prorated based on service duration. The bill updates the Confirmation Act of 1978 to align with the current status of the Housing Authority Board and includes a fiscal impact statement from the Budget Director. It will take effect upon approval by the Mayor or following a Council override of a potential veto, remaining in effect for no longer than 90 days.