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PR 26-0692

District of Columbia Board of Elections Gregory McCarthy Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Confirms Gregory McCarthy to the DC Board of Elections for the remainder of the unexpired term ending July 7, 2027.

Committee Mark-up of PR26-0692 by the Executive Administration and Labor Committee
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0692

Overview

  • This measure is a confirmation resolution for Gregory McCarthy to serve on the District of Columbia Board of Elections (BOE).
  • It confirms McCarthy to fill a vacant BOE seat formerly held by Gary Thompson.
  • Term: remainder of an unexpired term ending July 7, 2027.
  • Sponsor: Chairman Phil Mendelson (also co-sponsor).

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally confirm Gregory McCarthy as a member of the DC Board of Elections, establishing his eligibility to serve for the remaining duration of the current term.
  • The resolution follows the Mayor’s nomination and follows the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the DC Election Code of 1955.

Key Provisions

  • Sec. 2: Confirms Gregory McCarthy as a member of the District of Columbia Board of Elections, filling the vacancy left by Gary Thompson, for the remainder of the unexpired term ending July 7, 2027.
  • Sec. 3: Requires the Council to transmit a copy of the adopted resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor.
  • Sec. 4: States that the resolution takes effect immediately.

What the Bill Would Change or Establish

  • Legally formalizes Gregory McCarthy’s appointment to the DC Board of Elections.
  • Establishes the exact term length and end date for his seat on the BOE.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Gregory McCarthy would become a BOE member, influencing district election administration and related governance.
  • The Board of Elections itself, as the governing body for local election administration in DC.
  • Voters and election stakeholders who rely on BOE oversight, policy guidance, and election processes.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Nomination: Mayor Muriel Bowser nominated Gregory McCarthy (status: nomination communicated via May 2026 correspondence).
  • Referral/Introduction: Introduced in the DC Council as PR26-0692 on May 6, 2026.
  • Action History: Referred to the Committee on Executive Administration and Labor on May 19, 2026; introduced May 6, 2026.
  • Effective Date: If adopted, takes effect immediately.

Additional Context

  • McCarthy’s summary profile highlights extensive experience in public engagement, communications, and public service, including roles with the DC government, DC Public Library, Destination DC, and the Washington Nationals’ community initiatives.
  • The Mayor’s legal sufficiency review circulated confirming no legal objections to the resolution.
  • The resolution is designed to be an expedited, non-controversial confirmation given McCarthy’s broad public service background and the need to fill a current vacancy on the BOE.

If you’d like, I can add a brief comparison to similar DC confirmation resolutions or pull out McCarthy’s relevant qualifications tied to BOE responsibilities (e.g., governance, compliance, public accountability).

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

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