On Sept. 17, 2025, the D.C. Council will hold a final vote on one of the most sweeping pieces of housing legislation in recent memory: the Mayor’s Rental Act of 2025. Housing policy isn’t always flashy — but it’s foundational. It’s how we protect our neighbors, ensure fairness, and make D.C. livable for everyone, not just the loudest voices in the room.

What is the Rental Act?

Originally introduced by Mayor Muriel Bowser, the RENTAL (Rental Equity and Nonpayment Timely Accountability and Landlord-Tenant) act was designed to tackle what small landlords and city officials alike have described as a slow-motion crisis: • Eviction cases taking up to a year to completely resolve, returning possession of the rental back to the landlord • Over $100 million in unpaid rent to housing providers

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