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PR 26-0727

Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs Melvin McLean Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Confirms Melvin McLean to serve on the DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs, authorizing his participation and influence on re-entry policy and services.

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Bill Summary · PR 26-0727

Bill overview

PR 26-0727, the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs Melvin McLean Confirmation Resolution of 2026, is a District of Columbia resolution related to confirming a specific appointment to the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs. The measure appears to be a formal confirmation of Melvin McLean to a position on the Commission.

Purpose and intent

  • To confirm the appointment of Melvin McLean to the DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs.
  • The resolution is introduced by the Council Chair (Mendelson) and co-sponsored by Councilman Mendelson, signaling executive branch appointment confirmation through the Council.

Key provisions and changes

  • Confirmation of Appointment: The primary provision is the Council’s approval of Melvin McLean to serve on the DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs.
  • Commission Role (contextual): The Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs typically focuses on policies, programs, and supports for individuals re-entering the community after incarceration, including coordination of services, advocacy, and program development. While specific duties are not enumerated in the summary, the bill’s core function is to legitimize and authorize McLean’s service on the Commission.

Who would be affected

  • Melvin McLean: Officiates the appointment, granting him authority to serve as a commissioner and participate in Commission deliberations and decisions.
  • The DC Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs: The composition would include Melvin McLean as a member, potentially influencing agenda, recommendations, and oversight related to re-entry services.
  • District residents and returning citizens: Indirectly affected through the Commission’s work on improving re-entry supports, policy direction, and program implementation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: PR 26-0727 was introduced on May 19, 2026, by Chairman Mendelson.
  • Referral: The bill was referred to the Committee on Housing on June 2, 2026.
  • Next steps: The Committee on Housing would review the nomination, potentially hold hearings, and then report back to the full Council with a recommendation for confirmation. Final action would occur via full Council vote.

Additional notes

  • The bill’s substance centers on the procedural act of confirmation rather than creating or altering statutory programs or funding, at least based on the provided summary.
  • No dollar amounts, program funding changes, or explicit duties are detailed in the summary. If available, the full text of the resolution would specify any related terms of service, tenure, or qualifications.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to emphasize potential policy implications for re-entry services or compare it to similar confirmation resolutions in prior sessions.

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

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