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PR 26-0556

Board of Nursing Dr. Tyris Ford Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

DC Council considers confirming Dr. Tyris Ford to the Board of Nursing, which sets standards for the state's nursing workforce and professional conduct.

Committee Mark-up of PR26-0556 by the Health Committee
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0556

Legislative bill overview

This is a confirmation resolution for Dr. Tyris Ford to serve on the District of Columbia Board of Nursing. The bill was introduced by Council Chairman Phil Mendelson and has proceeded through committee referral and a roundtable discussion as part of the confirmation process.

Why is this important

Board of Nursing positions directly influence nursing licensure standards, professional conduct rules, and healthcare workforce regulations in DC. The confirmation process allows elected representatives and the public to evaluate a nominee's qualifications, experience, and fitness for regulatory authority over nursing professionals.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available information about Dr. Ford's specific background, experience, and vision for nursing regulation in the resolution text itself
  • Questions about whether the nominee has potential conflicts of interest related to healthcare entities or nursing organizations
  • Concerns about board composition and whether this appointment achieves desired diversity or representation goals among nursing professionals and stakeholders

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

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