Politics & Government
City Council Upholds Mayor Brandon Johnson's Veto Of "Snap Curfew" Ordinance
The ordinance would have authorized Police Supt. Larry Snelling to declare temporary curfews anywhere in the city with 30 minutes' notice.
Updated on: July 18, 2025
The Chicago City Council on Wednesday drove the final nail in the coffin for a controversial "snap curfew" ordinance, upholding Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the measure that would have allowed police to impose a youth curfew anywhere in the city on as little as 30 minutes' notice.
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The City Council approved the controversial ordinance last month by a 27-22 vote, and Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed it days later. On Wednesday, Ald. Brian Hopkins, the measure's chief sponsor, moved to override the mayor's veto, but couldn't muster the 34 votes needed, with the vote again coming in at 27-22 without any debate.
The ordinance would have authorized Police Supt. Larry Snelling to declare temporary curfews anywhere in the city with as little as 30 minutes' notice when mass gatherings are expected or underway, and there is reason to believe they could become a risk to public safety.
