Today the Committee on Health held its first public roundtable since reconvening after recess, covering appointments to the Health Benefit Exchange Authority Executive Board and the Board of Dietetics and Nutrition. To join a board or commission please visit: mota.dc.gov/page/join-bo...

As we delve deeper into our first legislative meeting after recess, be reminded that on the other side of Pennsylvania Avenue there are two major bills being considered by the House. The District of Columbia Policing Protection Act and the District of Columbia Judicial Nominations Reform Act.

A news tidbit: This week the D.C. Council will vote on an emergency bill from @cmchenderson.bsky.social that will allow pharmacies to administer the COVID-19 vaccine without a doctor's prescription. Because of changes at the federal level, local pharmacies have been requiring a prescription.

Always striving to stay informed and up to date, our Committee on Health team recently returned from attending the National Academy for State Health Policy Annual Conference. The Committee on Health team is pictured with @dchealth.bsky.social Director Dr. Ayanna Bennett.

It is hard to believe that 24 years have passed since the unimaginable attacks of terrorism on our country. We honor the memory of those who lost their lives in the September 11 attacks and pay tribute to the courageous first responders who risked their lives to rescue others.

Today, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform marked up fourteen bills regarding the District of Columbia. Councilmember Christina Henderson has issued the following statement:

Currently live on my instagram @christinahendersondc discussing the 14 bills that the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform will be marking up tomorrow and sharing how they will impact DC residents. Tune in!

Due to Büna Coffehouse’s waterline break they are closed this morning and we will be canceling today’s office hours. Stay tuned for more details.

Stop by my office hours today at Bune Coffeehouse from 9:30AM to 10:30AM !

📢JOIN ME TOMORROW MORNING AT MY OFFICE HOURS📢 Residents can take advantage of this informal chat tomorrow morning from 9:30am to 10:30am at Buna Coffeehouse (4400 Georgie Ave. NW). Come and share with me your specific concerns with DC government agencies!

As a resident of Ward 4, I am ecstatic to have participated in the ribbon cutting for Truesdell Elementary School today celebrating its modernization. I am happy for our students who will be able to learn in a building that sets them up for success.

Happy first day of school @dcpublicschools.bsky.social ! My staff and I joined various schools across the District this morning to help “clap in” students and wish them a great start to a new and wonderful year of learning!

My August newsletter is live! You can read my opening letter below. To read the newsletter in its entirety or to sign up to stay up to date with my office by following the link. 🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...

Started the morning by welcoming participants to the Howard University Hospital Health Summit and Open House. Today physicians presented on topics such as pediatric vision screening and the importance of diversity in clinical research.

Tune into Sunrise on the Hill at 7:00am today to hear my view on the unprecedented and unnecessary actions taken in the District of Columbia this week. @dcnewsnow.bsky.social @thehill.com

Public safety in the District has always been a unique partnership between the local and federal government. We don’t pick our judges. We don’t pick our prosecutors. There is a federal agency in charge of monitoring those charged with a crime who have been released pretrial. 1/2

Public safety in the District has always been a unique partnership between the local and fed gov. We don’t pick our judges. We don’t pick our prosecutors. There is a fed agency that is in charge of that. The District has a 21% vacancy in superior court, if there are changes to be made it’s there.

Ready to speak with @audiecornish.bsky.social on CNN, This Morning concerning the unprecedented and unnecessary declaration of a state of emergency in the District of Columbia. I’ll be on shortly at 6:45am ET.

Today, the President of the United States has taken the unprecedented and unnecessary step to utilize the services of the Metropolitan Police Department through a declaration of a federal state of emergency.

It’s almost time for our DCPS students to return to the classroom. If your child still needs to be vaccinated use the list above to find a vaccination site in your ward. A complete list of vaccination sites can be found here: bit.ly/4mlY1nk 1/2

Today the Council of the District of Columbia approved a significant legislative package to bring the Commanders back to DC, and revitalize the existing RFK Stadium campus, including mixed-use development with affordable housing. The economic multipliers of this deal cannot be understated.

In my latest newsletter I recap the Council's second vote on the budget and go in depth on several amendments. I've also provided a highlight of the Committee on Health’s accomplishments this budget season. Link below. ⬇️ www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...

Great presentation by students from several DCPS schools at McKinley Tech High School today at the NASA Rover and Cell Phone Locker Internship presentation supported by On-Ramps to Careers.

This afternoon my team joined staff from @anitabondsdc.bsky.social , CM Kenyan McDuffie , & CM Wendell Felder’s offices in Ward 7 to participate in a street safety walk with Commsioner @PatriciaStamp20 (SMD 7C06) and MPD.

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: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...

@tzedekdc.bsky.social released a report on DC medical debt in June. More than 13K resident currently have medical debt in active collections. The CFPB rule would’ve helped so many people. www.tzedekdc.org/news-1/2025/...

First Vote on the Fiscal Year 2026 is in the rear view mirror. In a special edition of The Henderson Brief I give you an update on where things currently stand. You can also read my newsletter here: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...

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.

Yesterday, I toured John Phillips Sousa Middle School located in Ward 7 with my Council colleague, Wendell Felder.

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

🚨My newsletter is live! 🚨 Read my opening letter above. 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 temperatures. 🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...

One more thank you to @cmchenderson.bsky.social and the Committee on Health for raising the moratorium age for new DC Health Care Alliance beneficiaries and expanding the methods and timeline for recertification. These changes ease burdens on individuals to maintain critical coverage🩺 🏥 ❤️‍🩹

Markup on the Fiscal Year 2026 Committee on Health Budget Report and Recommendations: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fII...

Today, AARP District of Columbia members stopped by to discuss their priorities for senior.

On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s historic Emancipation Proclamation, U.S. Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, which informed the people of Texas that all enslaved people were now free. This day has come to be known as Juneteenth.

Happening Now: Budget Oversight Hearing on DC Health (Government Witnesses Only) x.com/cmchenderson...

Thank you @cnn for having me this morning on First of All with Victor Blackwell to discuss the Army’s 250th Parade in the District.

Yesterday, I had the chance to join Howard University Hospital for the grand opening of their new Sickle Cell Wellness Center. Thank you to President, Dr. Roger A. Mitchell for having me, I am hopeful for the success of this location and look forward to future innovation and care.

Happy to finish out my FY26 Budget Meetings in Ward 8 tonight. Thank you to the Anacostia Coordinating Council or cohosting this event, and a big thank you to the Ward 8 residents that came out to listen and get information!

My Ward 8 Community Budget Meeting is Live! You can watch it here: www.youtube.com/live/j1xMLec...

DC Water has issued a Boil Water Advisory for some customers in Northwest DC due to a drop in water pressure. Affected customers should boil water for at least one minute before drinking or cooking.▶️ dcwater.com/advisory for updates & to view the impacted area. #DCWater

TOMORROW!

June 9, I introd. the Public Service Exception Charter Amendment Act of 2025. It proposes an amendment to the Charter for the District of Columbia to prohibit any expelled Councilmember from serving as Councilmember for a period of 5 yrs following the expulsion.

Happening Now: Budget Oversight Hearing on HBX, DMHHS, and DHCF www.youtube.com/live/r7fYR4i...

WORLD PRIDE DC marks the celebration of 50 years of PRIDE in the District! I’m ecstatic to be able to share in this beautiful celebration of strength and love. HAPPY PRIDE EVERYONE!!!! #LoveIsLove #TeamHenderson #DCWorldPride

On May 28, I introduced the Education Reports Simplification Amendment Act of 2025. The bill would reform reporting requirements for OSSE and @dcpublicschools.bsky.social by identifying duplicative requirements, redundant reports, and alternative data sources.

Hearing Room 123 is packed with witnesses delivering passionate testimony this morning at the Department of Health public budget oversight hearing. Follow the link below to sign up for future Committee on Health public hearings. lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/

Happening Now: Budget Oversight Hearing on DC Health x.com/i/broadcasts...

Next Thursday join me for another FY 2026 Budget conversation! In collaboration with the Anacostia Coordinating Council , I’m coming to TheARC in Ward 8 on Thursday, June 12 to answer all your budget questions Can’t make it? Watch it live here: youtube.com/@cmchenderson

Happening Now: Budget Oversight of the Department of Behavioral Health (Government Witnesses) www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uawh...