Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Tia Minor Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Tia Minor is confirmed as a community representative on the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board through July 20, 2028, filling the Dana King vacancy.

Referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Summary of PR 26-0696 — Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Tia Minor Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Purpose and intent

This resolution confirms the appointment of Tia Minor to the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board (DVFRB) as a community representative.

The nomination is made by the Mayor and follows the Confirmation Act and related DC law governing appointments to the DVFRB.

The resolution serves to formalize Minor’s membership for the remainder of an unexpired term ending July 20, 2028, filling a vacant seat previously held by Dana King.

Key provisions and changes

Sec. 1: Officially cites and adopts the confirmation action as the “Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Tia Minor Confirmation Resolution of 2026.”

Sec. 2: Confirms Tia Minor, with contact information in Ward 8 (Savannah Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020), as a community representative member of the DVFRB. The term runs for the remainder of an unexpired term through July 20, 2028, replacing the vacant seat formerly held by Dana King.

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

Sec. 4: States the resolution takes effect immediately.

Who would be affected

Tia Minor would become a DVFRB member representing the community, thereby participating in deliberations, reviews, and policy discussions related to domestic violence fatalities within the District.

The DVFRB’s composition would reflect this addition, maintaining its mandate to review fatalities and identify systemic factors and recommendations for prevention.

The vacancy being filled was previously held by Dana King; Minor fills the vacancy for the remainder of the term ending July 20, 2028.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Action history indicates:

Introduced on May 6, 2026, by Chairman Phil Mendelson.
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety on May 19, 2026.

The nomination follows the formal Confirmation Act process, with a requirement for the Council to confirm the appointment.

Immediate effect upon adoption; the resolution is to be transmitted to the nominee and the Mayor promptly.

Additional context

The bill text includes biographical details for Tia Minor, highlighting extensive community engagement, coordination roles in health and wellness programs, and experience in community outreach and partnership development. This background supports her qualification as a community representative on the DVFRB.

Co-sponsor: Chairman Phil Mendelson.