Dr. Maurice Jackson Recognition Resolution of 2025
This ceremonial resolution honors Dr. Maurice Jackson, a Georgetown University historian and scholar, for his lifelong work preserving Black history in Washington, D.C., including his scholarship on jazz, civil rights, and community engagement. It recognizes his authorship of books like *Rhythms of Resistance and Resilience*, donations of historical collections to institutions like the Smithsonian, and leadership roles such as chairing the DC Commission on African American Affairs. The resolution, titled "Dr. Maurice Jackson Recognition Resolution of 2025," takes effect immediately upon publication in the District of Columbia Register. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal or policy impact.
Bill status
signed
all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Council Passage
Feb 2025
Signed into Law
Feb 2025
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Signed Feb 4, 2025
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The bill changed from a draft introduction to an enrolled original version, indicating it has been formally approved and enrolled for publication. The substantive policy content remains the same, but the document now includes official enrollment markings, a specific date (February 4, 2025), and updated section 3 language regarding effective date.
TECHNICAL
Added enrollment markings including 'ENROLLED ORIGINAL' header, bill number 26-12, and date February 4, 2025, indicating formal legislative approval.
Removed signature lines for Councilmembers and ceremonial formatting elements from the introduction version.
TIMELINE
Changed Section 3 effective date language from 'immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register' to 'immediately'.
Floor votes · Council Feb 4, 2025
How they voted
12–0
Passed
Total votes 12
Feb 4, 2025
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Democratic10
100% Yea
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Independent2
100% Yea
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Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0)
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Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
CER26-0012 Introduced by Councilmember R. White at Office of the Secretary
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Robert White
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