CER 26-0154 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Howard University Bison Basketball Historic 2025–2026 Seasons Recognition Resolution of 2026

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally honors the Howard University Bison men’s and women’s basketball teams for their performance during the 2025-2026 season. It recognizes the players, coaches, and staff for their achievements, including conference championships and national tournament representation. The resolution takes effect immediately and serves as an official acknowledgment of their contributions to the District of Columbia.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Council Passage
May 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 20, 2026 Signed May 5, 2026
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What changed between versions

Introduction → Enrollment · 2 edits
MINOR
The bill was converted from a draft introduction to an enrolled version, adding official enrollment markings and a specific date of May 5, 2026. The substantive policy content, including the recognition of the Howard University basketball teams and the list of coaches, remained unchanged.
Scope change
The bill's scope and applicability are unchanged; it remains a ceremonial resolution honoring specific university teams.
TECHNICAL

Added official 'ENROLLED ORIGINAL' headers, bill number 26-154, and the date May 5, 2026 to indicate the bill has been formally enrolled and approved.

Removed draft formatting elements such as line numbers, signature lines for the Councilmember, and placeholder text.

Floor votes · Council May 5, 2026

How they voted

13–0
Passed
Total votes 13
May 5, 2026
D Democratic11
11 Yea
100% Yea
I Independent2
2 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
6
Key actions
1
Committee
0
May 5, 2026
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (13-0)
council
Apr 20, 2026
Introduced
CER26-0154 Introduced by Councilmember Lewis George at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Janeese Lewis George
Janeese Lewis George
DDemocratic
DC
Ward 4