Romaine B. Thomas Recognition Resolution of 2026
This ceremonial resolution honors the life and legacy of Romaine B. Thomas, a distinguished educator and civic leader from Ward 5 who passed away in April 2026. The bill formally recognizes her decades of public service, including her 25-year career as a school principal and her extensive leadership roles in community organizations and senior advocacy groups. It expresses gratitude for her contributions to the District of Columbia and extends condolences to her family and the community she served.
Bill status
signed
all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Council Passage
May 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced May 4, 2026
Signed May 5, 2026
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Floor votes · Council May 5, 2026
How they voted
13–0
Passed
Total votes 13
May 5, 2026
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Democratic11
100% Yea
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Independent2
100% Yea
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Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (13-0)
council
May 4, 2026
Introduced
CER26-0160 Introduced by Councilmember Lewis George at Office of the Secretary
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
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Janeese Lewis George
DDemocratic
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