CER 25-0284 District of Columbia · 25th Council Period (2023-2024)

Dr. Sharon Harrington Staples Recognition Resolution of 2024

This ceremonial resolution honors Dr. Sharon Harrington Staples for her service as a spiritual leader, public servant, and scholar in Ward 8. The bill formally recognizes her extensive background, including her roles at the Temple of Praise Church and her previous career with the U.S. Department of Defense. It cites her specific achievements, such as her leadership in diversity initiatives, her academic credentials, and her work mentoring others in ministry. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to officially acknowledge her contributions to the community.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Nov 2024
Committee Review
Council Passage
Nov 2024
Signed into Law
Nov 2024
Introduced Nov 6, 2024 Signed Nov 12, 2024
Floor votes · Council Nov 12, 2024

How they voted

12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Nov 12, 2024
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

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Total actions
5
Key actions
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Nov 12, 2024
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
council
Nov 6, 2024
Introduced
CER25-0284 Introduced by Councilmember T. White at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Photo of Trayon White
Trayon White
DDemocratic
DC
Ward 8