PR 26-0688 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Board of Pharmacy Dr. Jamila Jorden Confirmation Resolution of 2026

This bill confirms Dr. Jamila Jorden's reappointment to the District of Columbia Board of Pharmacy for a term ending in March 2029. The resolution formally approves her nomination by the Mayor, allowing her to continue serving on the board that oversees pharmacy practice and licensing in the district. By adopting this measure, the Council completes the standard confirmation process required for the nominee to assume her role. The document serves as an official administrative record rather than introducing new laws or policy changes.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Jun 2026
Council Passage
Jun 2026
Signed into Law
Jun 2026
Introduced May 4, 2026 Signed Jun 30, 2026
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What changed between versions

Introduction → Enrollment · 1 edit
MINOR
The document was converted from a Mayor's nomination letter and attached biography into a formal legislative resolution. The substantive content regarding Dr. Jamila Jorden's reappointment to the Board of Pharmacy, including her qualifications and the term end date of March 12, 2029, remains unchanged.
Scope change
The scope of the document changed from a nomination letter to a formal resolution, but the scope of the appointment itself (confirming Dr. Jorden's reappointment) remains the same.
TECHNICAL

The document format was changed from a nomination letter with a biography to a formal resolution text, removing the Mayor's signature block and detailed resume while retaining the core appointment details.

Floor votes · Council Jun 30, 2026

How they voted

12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Jun 30, 2026
D Democratic11
10 Yea 1
90% Yea
I Independent2
2 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
8
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Jun 30, 2026
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
council
Jun 17, 2026
Legislature · Passed
Committee Mark-up of PR26-0688 by the Health Committee
legislature
May 19, 2026
Committee
Referred to Committee on Health
legislature
May 4, 2026
Introduced
PR26-0688 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Phil Mendelson
Phil Mendelson
DDemocratic
DC
Chairman