CER 26-0084 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Colbert I. King Recognition Resolution of 2025

This ceremonial resolution honors journalist Colbert I. King for his retirement after 35 years at the Washington Post, his role in drafting the Home Rule Act, and his Pulitzer Prize-winning commentary. The Council of the District of Columbia formally recognizes his contributions to journalism, civic life, and advocacy for social justice. The resolution takes effect immediately upon publication in the District of Columbia Register and serves as a symbolic tribute with no new policy or funding.

Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Sep 2025

Committee Review

Council Passage

Sep 2025

Signed into Law

Sep 2025

Introduced Sep 16, 2025 Signed Sep 17, 2025

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Introduction → Enrollment · 4 edits

MODERATE

The document transitions from an introduction draft to an enrolled original version of a ceremonial resolution honoring Colbert I. King. The substantive policy content remains unchanged, with only formatting, numbering, and minor text adjustments made to finalize the official version for publication.

TECHNICAL

Added header information including bill number (26-84), date (September 17, 2025), and 'ENROLLED ORIGINAL' designation to indicate this is the final official version.

Removed the Councilmember sponsor line and introductory blank lines from the draft version.

Minor text formatting changes including line breaks, spacing, and capitalization adjustments throughout the document.

Changed Sec. 3 language from 'upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register' to 'immediately' for the enrolled version.

Floor votes · Council Sep 17, 2025

How they voted

13–0

Passed

Total votes 13

Sep 17, 2025

D Democratic11

11 Yea

100% Yea

I Independent2

2 Yea

100% Yea

Vote distribution

All Yea All Nay Mixed No data

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Committee

Sep 17, 2025

Council · Passed

Council Vote: pass (13-0)

council

Sep 16, 2025

Introduced

CER26-0084 Introduced by Councilmember Bonds at Office of the Secretary

legislature

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors