District Of Columbia 2025-2026 Regular Session

District Of Columbia Council Bill PR26-0393

Introduced
11/6/25  

Caption

Commission on African-American Affairs Ben-James Brown Confirmation Resolution of 2025

Impact

The bill highlights the influence of the Commission on African-American Affairs in advising the government on policies affecting African-American communities within the District of Columbia. By confirming Brown's appointment, it aims to enhance the Commission's efforts in addressing issues of economic equity, community engagement, and public affairs. This appointment represents a commitment to ensuring that diverse voices are included in discussions that affect the African-American community in D.C.

Summary

PR26-0393 is the 'Commission on African-American Affairs Ben-James Brown Confirmation Resolution of 2025', which serves to confirm the appointment of Ben-James Brown as a public member of the Commission on African-American Affairs. This bill outlines the nomination process and details of the individual being appointed, as well as the legal framework under which the Commission was established. The resolution emphasizes the importance of representation in the Commission and aims to fill a vacancy left by a previous member.

Contention

While there may not be significant contention explicitly outlined in the bill itself, the context around appointments such as these often reflects broader discussions on representation and racial equity. There could be opposing views related to the effectiveness of the Commission or the qualifications of the nominee, but specific details regarding such debates are not documented within the available text of the bill.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

DC PR26-0394

Commission on African-American Affairs Dr. Denise Wright Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0395

Commission on African-American Affairs Wanda Henderson Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0391

Commission on African-American Affairs Philip Pannell Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0398

Commission on African-American Affairs Yolanda Young Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0392

Commission on African-American Affairs Jalelah Ahmed Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0399

Commission on African-American Affairs Kristin Shymoniak Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0396

Commission on African-American Affairs Rashida Taylor Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0397

Commission on African-American Affairs Jacqueline Stallworth Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0400

Commission on African-American Affairs LaKeitha Anderson Confirmation Resolution of 2025

DC PR26-0622

Commission on African-American Affairs Clarence Miles Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Similar Bills

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