Rodent Abatement Through Smart Solutions (RATSS) Amendment Act of 2025

The RATSS Amendment Act of 2025 creates a residential rebate program for rodent-proof trash sheds to prevent rodents from accessing waste, replacing current bins that rodents can chew through. It also replaces public trash cans with rodent-proof, sensor-equipped bins (like Big Belly Compactors) based on 311 requests and local input, and shifts residential bin replacements to block-wide updates in high-rodent areas to eliminate "weak links." Additionally, the bill reinstates a business grant program to help restaurants and commercial properties purchase trash compactors that reduce rodent access and waste spills. These provisions directly affect District residents through new home storage options and businesses through financial support for waste management upgrades.