Commission on Nightlife and Culture Bernard White Confirmation Resolution of 2025

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

Confirms Bernard White to the DC Commission on Nightlife and Culture, enabling him to guide policy, programming, and oversight affecting DC nightlife and cultural sectors.

Notice of Intent to Act on PR26-0029 Published in the District of Columbia Register

Overview

PR 26-0029 is a District of Columbia Council resolution titled the “Commission on Nightlife and Culture Bernard White Confirmation Resolution of 2025.” The bill’s primary purpose is to confirm Bernard White’s appointment to the DC Commission on Nightlife and Culture. This is a nomination-confirmation type resolution rather than a substantive appropriation or regulatory statute.

Purpose and Intent

The resolution seeks to formally approve the appointment of Bernard White to the Commission on Nightlife and Culture.

As a confirmation measure, its effect is to authorize Mr. White’s service on the Commission, enabling him to fulfill duties related to guiding policy, programming, and oversight for nightlife and cultural initiatives within the District.

Key Provisions (What the bill would do)

Confirm the appointment of Bernard White to the Commission on Nightlife and Culture.

Establish that the confirmation is an action of the Council and completes a step in the appointment process for the Commission.

Any additional statutory language would likely specify standard confirmation language (e.g., term start, commissioner duties) in line with typical DC Council confirmation resolutions. The exact term length, duties, and start date would typically be defined in the text of the resolution or related public documents.

Affected Parties and Stakeholders

Bernard White (nominee): The individual whose confirmation is being considered.

District of Columbia Commission on Nightlife and Culture: The body to which Mr. White would be appointed, affecting its membership and governance.

Nightlife and culture sectors in DC: Businesses, venues, artists, cultural organizations, and service providers that are influenced by the Commission’s guidance and oversight.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduced: January 8, 2025 (by Chair Jerome Mendelson, Office of the Secretary).

Referred to Committee: January 21, 2025 (Committee on Business and Economic Development).

Notice of Intent to Act Published: January 24, 2025 in the District of Columbia Register, indicating an upcoming consideration or vote.

Current status: The bill is moving through the standard committee review process, with a formal notice signaling anticipated council action.

Additional Context

This is a resolution, not a bill proposing new law or fiscal appropriation. The outcome would be the formal confirmation of a commissioner position on the specified council.

For the full text, provisions, and any specific term lengths or qualifications, consult the District of Columbia Register or the Council’s official materials related to PR 26-0029.

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