Science Advisory Board Laura Sudkamp Confirmation Resolution of 2025

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

Confirms Laura Sudkamp's appointment to the DC Science Advisory Board, enabling her to provide scientific guidance to policymakers; no new expenditures are authorized.

Resolution R26-0168, Effective from Jul 14, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 008025

Summary: PR 26-0202 – Science Advisory Board Laura Sudkamp Confirmation Resolution of 2025

Overview

PR 26-0202 is a District of Columbia Council resolution titled “Science Advisory Board Laura Sudkamp Confirmation Resolution of 2025.” The measure provides formal confirmation of Laura Sudkamp’s appointment to the District of Columbia Science Advisory Board. The resolution has been codified as Resolution R26-0168 and became effective on July 14, 2025. It was published in the DC Register (Vol 72, p. 008025) on July 18, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose is to confirm the nomination/appointment of Laura Sudkamp to the District of Columbia Science Advisory Board.

As a confirmation resolution, its central function is to authorize and endorse Sudkamp’s service on the board, enabling her to fulfill duties tasked to the board, which provides scientific guidance to DC policymakers.

Key Provisions (as typically included in confirmation resolutions)

Formal approval of Laura Sudkamp’s appointment to the DC Science Advisory Board.

Indication of the appointment’s authority, term (if specified in the resolution), and any conditions of service.

Affirmation that the appointment is subject to applicable ethics, conflict-of-interest, and appointment standards governing board members.

Clarification that this resolution does not by itself authorize new expenditures or alter existing appropriations, unless otherwise stated.

Note: The exact statutory language detailing term length, qualifications, duties, and any specific responsibilities is not included in the provided document excerpt. The summary reflects the typical content of such confirmations and the information available in the bill metadata.

Affected Parties and Impacts

Laura Sudkamp: Confirmed as a member of the DC Science Advisory Board, enabling participation in board deliberations and advisory activities.

District of Columbia government and policymakers: Gains formal access to Sudkamp’s expertise through the Science Advisory Board’s guidance.

Other board members and the public: The board’s composition is finalized with Sudkamp’s confirmation, which may influence collective expertise and recommendations.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

Introduction: May 12, 2025 (introduced by Chairman Mendelson).

Notice of Intent to Act on PR26-0202: May 16, 2025.

Referral: June 3, 2025 (to the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee).

Committee Mark-Up: July 8, 2025 (Judiciary and Public Safety Committee).

Committee Report Filed: July 9, 2025.

Final Reading: July 14, 2025 (CC – presumably Council as a whole).

Approval and Assignment of Resolution Number: July 14, 2025 (Resolution R26-0168).

Effective Date: July 14, 2025.

DC Register Publication: July 18, 2025 (Vol 72, p. 008025).

Effective Date and Publication

Effective date: July 14, 2025.

Published in DC Register: Vol 72, p. 008025 (date noted as July 18, 2025).

Notes

The available information does not include the full text of the resolution, so specifics on term length, qualifications, or any conditions of service beyond standard confirmation provisions cannot be detailed here.

This document is a resolution (not an act creating new programs or funds) and largely serves to confirm an appointment to a board. No new appropriations are indicated in the provided material.