PR 26-0503 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Science Advisory Board Claudine Carter Pereira Confirmation Resolution of 2026

This bill is a procedural resolution confirming Claudine Carter Pereira's reappointment to the Science Advisory Board of the District of Columbia. It formally approves her service as a forensic scientist member (not employed by the Department of Forensic Sciences or law enforcement labs) for a term ending April 18, 2029, under existing law (D.C. Law 19-18). The resolution directly affects only Claudine Carter Pereira, who has extensive forensic science experience including directing a crime lab and serving on national forensic science committees. It does not create new policy or alter existing laws - only ratifies a specific appointment.
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Introduced Jan 6, 2026 Last action Jan 20, 2026
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PR26-0503 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
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