District of ColumbiaSharpe Health School would be named for Elizabeth M. Goodman
Sharpe Health School would carry the name of Elizabeth M. Goodman, who helped children with illnesses or disabilities receive an education.
What it does
The school at 4300 13th Street NW would be named Elizabeth M. Goodman Health School. This requires the Mayor's approval or the Council overturning the Mayor's rejection, plus a 30-day review period for Congress.
Argument forNaming the school for Goodman could help students and neighbors learn about her work educating children with disabilities.
Argument againstThe proposed name could cause confusion for families who know the building as Sharpe Health School.
More detail
The Council would name the school Elizabeth M. Goodman Health School. This applies to the school at 4300 13th Street NW in Ward 4. The Mayor must approve the measure, or the Council must vote to overturn the Mayor's rejection. A 30-day period for Congress to review the measure must also pass before the name takes effect.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 20First Reading, CCLatest
- Vote recorded First Reading, CC. Result: pass.Legislature
- Oct 20Committee Mark-up of B26-0624 by the Committee of the Whole
- Sep 24Public Hearing on B26-0624 View Public Hearing Record
- Sep 4Notice of Public Hearing Published in the District of Columbia Register
- Sep 1Notice of Public Hearing filed in the Office of Secretary by Committee of the WholeMinor
- Mar 17Referred to Committee of the WholeMinor
- Mar 13Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0624 Published in the District of Columbia Register
- Mar 3B26-0624 Introduced by Councilmember Lewis George at Office of the SecretaryIntroduced
- Oct 20First Reading, CCLatest
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