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PR 26-0664

Commission on Human Rights Jordyn White Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Confirms Jordyn White to the DC Commission on Human Rights for the term ending December 31, 2028.

Approved with Resolution Number R26-0434
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0664

Summary of PR 26-0664 — Commission on Human Rights Jordyn White Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Purpose

PR 26-0664 is a resolution by the Council of the District of Columbia to confirm the appointment of Jordyn White as a member of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR). The nomination fills a vacant seat previously held by Antonesia Wiley and runs for the remainder of the unexpired term ending December 31, 2028.

Key Provisions

  • Confirms Jordyn White’s appointment to the CHR, effective upon adoption of the resolution.
  • Establishes that White will fill the CHR vacancy for the term ending December 31, 2028.
  • Notifies that the resolution, once adopted, must be transmitted to the nominee and the Mayor.
  • The nomination is made pursuant to the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Human Rights Act of 1977.

Nominee Background (Biographical Context Considered in Confirmation)

  • Jordyn White resides in Ward 8 (R Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020).
  • Current roles include Vice President of Strategic Outreach and Training at the Human Rights Campaign, and General Manager/cofounder of the Washington Prodigy (a women’s football team) with leadership in LGBTQ+ advocacy and community programs.
  • Experience includes work with Team DC, the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and public service roles focused on LGBTQ+ issues, community outreach, and program administration.
  • Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology (University of Pittsburgh) and Master’s in Criminal Justice (St. Joseph’s University).

Affected Parties and Impact

  • The CHR, a statutory body under the Human Rights Act, will gain a new member with a background in LGBTQ+ rights, community engagement, and public health/criminal justice perspectives.
  • Potential influence on the Commission’s deliberations addressing civil rights, equal opportunity, and related issues within the District of Columbia.
  • Ward 8 residents and the broader DC community may see increased visibility and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusive policies through the CHR’s work.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced and referred to the Committee on Public Works and Operations on May 5, 2026.
  • The mayor’s office submitted the nomination for confirmation pursuant to DC law.
  • The resolution is intended to take effect immediately upon adoption.
  • The public confirmation process is supported by a standard legal sufficiency review, confirming there are no legal objections to the appointment.

Administrative Notes

  • Co-sponsor: Phil Mendelson (Chair of the Council).
  • The Mayor’s Office notes the nomination’s alignment with statutory procedures for Commission appointments.
  • The document includes biographical and professional background material to assist Council consideration.

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

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