CER 26-0110 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Reverend Graylan Hagler Living Legacy Ceremonial Recognition Resolution of 2025

This ceremonial resolution honors Reverend Graylan Hagler for his decades of activism and ministry, specifically recognizing his 30-year service as Senior Minister at Plymouth Congregational UCC in Washington, D.C., and his work on racial, economic, and social justice. It formally acknowledges his lifelong commitment to causes like anti-apartheid efforts, worker rights, affordable housing, and interfaith advocacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of recognition with no direct effect on residents or legislation. It is intended to celebrate his legacy as a moral leader in the District.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Nov 2025
Committee Review
Council Passage
Dec 2025
Signed into Law
Dec 2025
Introduced Nov 17, 2025 Signed Dec 2, 2025
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The document appears to be an enrolled original version of a ceremonial resolution honoring Reverend Graylan Scott Hagler. The primary changes involve formatting and structural reorganization rather than substantive policy modifications. The resolution's content regarding Reverend Hagler's life achievements and the Council's recognition remains unchanged.
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Floor votes · Council Dec 2, 2025

How they voted

13–0
Passed
Total votes 13
Dec 2, 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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Dec 2, 2025
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (13-0)
council
Nov 17, 2025
Introduced
CER26-0110 Introduced by Councilmember Lewis George at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Janeese Lewis George
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