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PR 26-0674

Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board James Turner Confirmation Resolution of 2026

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

Confirms James Turner to the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board to fill the vacant seat for the remainder of the term ending May 7, 2027.

Resolution R26-0414, Effective from Jun 02, 2026 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 008424
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0674

Summary of Bill PR 26-0674: Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board James Turner Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill confirms the appointment of James Turner to the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board (ABCB) of the District of Columbia.
  • The appointment fills a vacant seat previously held by Jeni Hanson.
  • Turner would serve for the remainder of an unexpired term ending May 7, 2027.

Key Provisions

  • Sec. 2: Confirms James Turner, residing at Girard Street NW, Washington, DC 20009 (Ward 1), as a member of the ABCB.
  • Sec. 2: Specifies that Turner fills the vacant ABCB seat previously held by Jeni Hanson.
  • Sec. 2: Establishes the term length as the remainder of the unexpired term, ending May 7, 2027.
  • Sec. 3: Requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor upon adoption.
  • Sec. 4: This resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption.

Nominee Background (Executive Resume Highlights)

  • James Turner is a veteran public-service leader with cross-sector experience in health care, health IT, telecommunications, communications, property development, and nonprofit governance.
  • Public service: Seven-term elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner (ANC) in DC (ANC 1B as Chair for seven terms; also served as Treasurer for four terms). Led Ward 1 redistricting efforts and chaired a neighborhood redistricting committee.
  • Leadership and policy experience: Spent decades in roles related to government relations, privacy, enterprise risk, and large-scale technology transformation (notably with Verizon). Involved in health IT policy and public-private partnerships.
  • Community involvement: Served on the boards of Hope and a Home and Whitman-Walker Health; engaged with DC Health Information Exchange and community health clinics.
  • Education: Master of Jurisprudence (Health Law and Policy) from Loyola University Chicago School of Law; MBA (MIS) from University of Maryland; BBA in Data Processing, Finance, and Banking from Morehead State University.
  • Notable achievements: Led a $250 million strategic transformation at one point and delivered over $53 million in annualized savings; chaired multiple community and governance initiatives.

Affected Parties

  • James Turner: Appointee to the ABCB; his duties and term defined by the bill.
  • Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board: Receives a new member to fill the existing vacancy; potential impact on board deliberations and regulatory decisions related to alcohol and cannabis licensing and policy (in line with the Board’s normal functions).
  • Ward 1 residents: Representation on the ABCB may influence licensing decisions and policy considerations affecting the Ward and broader DC area.
  • DC Government: The Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments provides the nomination; the Council’s confirmation process is the procedural step.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Nomination submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser on April 24, 2026.
  • Action History indicates the bill was introduced on April 24, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Public Works and Operations on May 5, 2026.
  • The bill requires Council confirmation; upon adoption, Sec. 3 directs immediate transmission to the nominee and Mayor.
  • Effective date: Immediate upon adoption of the resolution.

Impact and Considerations

  • The resolution is a standard confirmation from the DC Council to fill a board vacancy.
  • Turner’s background in governance, policy, and public-private partnerships suggests a governance-oriented approach to ABCB matters, potentially influencing licensing oversight, regulatory implementation, and coordination with health, IT, and community stakeholders.
  • No specified changes to statutory authority beyond confirming the appointment to the board.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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