Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs Clarence Johnson Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Reappoints Clarence Johnson as a public voting member of the DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs through August 4, 2028.

Roundtable on PR26-0722

Purpose and Intent

The bill, PR 26-0722, is a confirmation resolution from the District of Columbia Council to reappoint Clarence Johnson as a public voting member of the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs.

The reappointment runs for a term ending August 4, 2028.

The nomination originates from the Mayor (Muriel Bowser) and is submitted for Council confirmation under DC law governing the Confirmation Act and the Office on Ex-Offender Affairs and Commission on Re-Entry and Ex-Offender Establishment Act.

Key Provisions

Sec. 2: Confirms the reappointment of Clarence Johnson as a public voting member of the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs.

Nominee: Clarence Johnson, residing at Southern Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032 (Ward 8).
Term: Ends August 4, 2028.
The Commission is established by the Office on Ex-Offender Affairs and the Commission on Re-Entry and Ex-Offender Establishment Act of 2006.

Sec. 3: Requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor upon adoption.

Sec. 4: States that the resolution takes effect immediately.

Who Is Affected

Clarence Johnson: Approved for reappointment as a public voting member of the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs.

The Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs: Continues to function with Johnson as part of its public voting membership.

Mayor and Council: Involves formal confirmation process consistent with DC law.

Background and Qualifications (Nominee Profile)

Clarence Johnson is described as a Ward 8 resident and returning citizen with a diverse work history spanning quality assurance, industrial sewing, maintenance, sanitation, HVAC, electrical/plumbing, computer applications, and forklift operation.

Education and certifications include HVACR (electrical/plumbing), CFC technician license, and other certificates in entrepreneurship, financial systems, real estate, and computer applications.

Experience highlights:

Costco Washington, DC: Cashier Assistant (2018–present).
Spectrum LTD: Driver/Warehouse Manager (2013–2018).
Capital Service Management: Laborer (2011–2013).
Prior roles in quality assurance, industrial sewing, and facilities maintenance dating back to 1995.

The profile emphasizes community advocacy, reintegration, and serving as a voice for residents East of the River.

Procedural and Timeline Details

The bill is introduced by the Chairman, with a sponsor/co-sponsor: Phil Mendelson.

Action history indicates:

Introduced: May 19, 2026.
Referred to the Committee on Housing: June 2, 2026.

The nomination follows the standard confirmation process, including a legal sufficiency review by the Mayor’s Office (noting no legal objections to the resolution).

Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be transmitted to the nominee and the Mayor, and the resolution takes effect immediately.

Summary Impact

This resolution permanently maintains Clarence Johnson as a contributing member of the DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs, ensuring continuity in governance and advocacy for returning citizens.

The term length provides stability for ongoing programs and policy recommendations related to re-entry supports, collaboration with city agencies, and community reintegration efforts.