Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2026

This resolution extends an emergency declaration to allow certain retail and restaurant businesses in Washington, D.C., to refuse cash payments. It directly affects establishments with specific Class C or Class D licenses, as well as locations that operate 24 hours or stay open until 3:00 am at least twice a week. The bill requires these businesses to post a clear notice on their doors or menus stating that cash is not accepted. This temporary measure keeps the policy in place until a permanent version of the bill is fully processed by the relevant committee.