Government Recruitment and Retention Act of 2025

The Government Recruitment and Retention Act of 2025 addresses staffing shortages in District of Columbia public safety agencies by creating a new Director of Recruitment and Retention within the Office of the City Administrator. This director will identify critical vacancies (like 114 unfilled correctional officer positions at DOC), analyze causes, and recommend solutions, including authorizing up to $5,000 retention payments for specific roles such as correctional officers, dispatchers, and medical examiners. The bill also requires quarterly reports to the Council on vacancy rates and spending for recruitment incentives, while directing agencies to launch youth outreach campaigns targeting high school students for careers in public safety. It directly affects District agencies struggling with vacancies, particularly those impacting public safety operations and resident services.