CM Christina Henderson

This afternoon my team joined staff from @AnitaBondsDC , @CM_McDuffie , & @CMWendellFelder’s offices in Ward 7 to participate in a street safety walk with Commsioner @PatriciaStamp20 (SMD 7C06) and MPD. The walk included the 5300 black of Jay St NE and allowed us to identify…

Amidst our budget work, the Committee on Health’s office calendar has been full learning how we can better address public health risks in DC! Last week, the COH attended the annual DC Rat Academy and the DC Cancer Coalition’s annual meeting. Read more: christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/th…

Ranked Choice Voting is coming to DC, thanks to an amendment introduced by @chenderson and @BrianneKNadeau. If you’ve thought about running, and you’re not satisfied with the status quo, run! RCV will make our elections more inclusive and expand choice.

Today, Ranked Choice Voting has been passed and funded throughout the financial plan! The District is in a strong position right now and this is a logical next step as our elections have become more competitive and more people are interested in serving their community.

#SUNBucks is back this summer! DC SUN Bucks is a grocery benefit program that helps combat childhood hunger in the District, providing $120 for each eligible school-aged child during the summer for groceries. Learn more: sunbucks.dc.gov

Yesterday, @CMWendellFelder and I toured John Phillips Sousa Middle School. The tour allowed Principal Green-Pascal to identify work orders (roofing, HVAC, door latch installation,and electronic security replacements) submitted to DGS for completion before the beginning of the…

Had a blast at the Palisades 4th of July parade! Happy Independence Day everyone! 🎆

Our medical debt report was featured in @WashInformer! We are thankful to @CMCHenderson and @NCLC4consumers for their support in the article and their continued work lifting up this important issue. Nearly 20% of DC adults are burdened by medical debt. washingtoninformer.com/tzedek-dc-medi…

🇺🇸 DC Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We are open 24/7, 365 days a year online at dclibrary.org

⚠️ Heat Alert (6/30) Temps are expected to be over 99 degrees heat index. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity, wear light clothes & check on elderly/kids. Visit Heat.dc.gov to find the nearest cooling center near you. For more updates follow AlertDC. #ReadyDC

Get prepared for the new bus network beginning on June 29. You can start by learning how to find and create your own timetables using Metro’s self-service tool. Watch to learn more, and visit: wmata.com/Timetables

🚨The second installation of my June newsletter is now live! 🚨 You can read my opening letter below. In it I talk about what’s next in the FY 2026 budget process, the reality of the RFK timeline and upcoming public hearing, and how to stay cool as the District experiences high…

Today, the Committee on Health unanimously passed its Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Report and Recommendations. The Committee’s budget report was developed after months of hearings, testimony, meetings, and other forms of public engagement. I would like to thank each and every…

Markup on the Fiscal Year 2026 Committee on Health Budget Report and Recommendations x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

DC Public Library locations serve as cooling centers. If you need to escape the heat, come inside, cool off, and stay safe. Find a cooling center near you at: heat.dc.gov

DC is currently experiencing an extreme heat alert. Stay cool by visiting one of the District's cooling centers. dcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappvie…

Beat the heat, DC! If you feel dizzy, sick to your stomach, or are sweating a lot, find a cooler place & sip some water. If you don’t start to feel better, get medical help.