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PR 26-0554

Board of Nursing Dr. Kami Cooper Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

D.C. resolution seeks legislative confirmation of Dr. Kami Cooper to the Board of Nursing, which regulates nursing licenses and professional standards.

Committee Mark-up of PR26-0554 by the Health Committee
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0554

Legislative bill overview

This resolution seeks to confirm Dr. Kami Cooper to the Board of Nursing in the District of Columbia. The Board of Nursing is a regulatory body responsible for licensing nurses, setting practice standards, and disciplining nursing professionals in D.C. Confirmation resolutions require legislative approval for certain board appointments.

Why is this important

The Board of Nursing directly affects healthcare quality and patient safety by establishing and enforcing professional standards for the District's nursing workforce. Board composition influences regulatory priorities, enforcement approaches, and the direction of nursing practice policy in D.C. The confirmation process provides legislative oversight of executive appointments.

Potential points of contention

  • Qualifications and background: Scrutiny of Dr. Cooper's professional experience, expertise in nursing regulation, and any previous regulatory or disciplinary history
  • Board composition balance: Questions about whether the appointment maintains appropriate representation across nursing specialties, practice settings, or demographic diversity
  • Conflict of interest concerns: Examination of Dr. Cooper's financial interests, employer relationships, or positions that could influence impartial regulatory judgment

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

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