District of ColumbiaCouncil would honor Ward 8 center serving older adults
The Council would recognize Iona’s Washington Home Center for supporting older adults, caregivers, and families across the District, especially east of the Anacostia River.
What it does
The Council would honor the Ward 8 center and thank it for supporting older adults, caregivers, and families. The resolution would not fund or require services.
Argument forCeremonial recognition could raise public awareness of nearby support for older adults and caregivers east of the Anacostia River.
Argument againstBecause the resolution only offers recognition, it may provide no direct money or added services to older adults and caregivers.
More detail
The District Council would recognize and honor Iona’s Washington Home Center. The recognition covers the Ward 8 center’s service to District older adults, caregivers, and families, particularly east of the Anacostia River. This is a ceremonial recognition; it does not set aside money or require the center to provide services. The recognition would take effect immediately upon the resolution’s first publication in the District of Columbia Register.
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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 6Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0217Latest
- Vote recorded Final Reading, CC. Result: pass.Legislature
- Oct 6Final Reading, CCMinor
- Oct 6Retained by the Council
- Oct 5CER26-0222 Introduced by Councilmember Bonds at Office of the SecretaryIntroduced
- Oct 6Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0217Latest
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