District of Columbia Board of Elections Michael Wakefield Confirmation Resolution of 2026
This bill confirms Michael Wakefield as a member of the District of Columbia Board of Elections to fill a vacancy left by James Caleb Boggs, III. The resolution formally approves Wakefield's appointment for a term ending in July 2028, based on his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Wakefield, a lawyer with experience in election law and public policy, will serve on the board that oversees local election administration. The Council must adopt this resolution to complete the confirmation process before Wakefield can officially begin his duties.
Bill status
signed
all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
Committee Review
Jul 2026
Council Passage
Jul 2026
Signed into Law
Jul 2026
Introduced Jun 9, 2026
Signed Jul 14, 2026
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The document was converted from a Mayor's nomination letter and draft resolution into the official enrolled version of a resolution. The primary substantive change is the confirmation of Michael Wakefield's appointment to the Board of Elections for a term ending July 7, 2029, replacing a previous draft that listed a 2028 end date. The attached biographical information was also updated to reflect his current role as a partner at Holland & Knight LLP.
Scope change
The scope of the bill remains unchanged; it continues to confirm a single appointment to the Board of Elections.
TIMELINE
The end date for Michael Wakefield's term was changed from July 7, 2028, to July 7, 2029.
TECHNICAL
The document was finalized as an enrolled resolution with a bill number (26-464) and official date (July 14, 2026), replacing the initial nomination letter and draft resolution format.
The nominee's professional experience was updated to reflect his current position as a Partner at Holland & Knight LLP, replacing earlier roles in government and the military.
Floor votes · Council Jul 14, 2026
How they voted
12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Jul 14, 2026
D
Democratic11
90% Yea
I
Independent2
100% Yea
Vote distribution
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All Nay
Mixed
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Committee
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Jul 14, 2026
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
council
Jul 8, 2026
Legislature · Passed
Committee Mark-up of PR26-0745 by the Executive Administration and Labor Committee
legislature
Jun 23, 2026
Committee
Referred to Committee on Executive Administration and Labor
legislature
Jun 9, 2026
Introduced
PR26-0745 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Phil Mendelson
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