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Official account of At-Large DC Councilmember Christina Henderson @chenderson.bsky.social

Fighting to ensure DC works for all residents, in every ward.
LIVE: Saint Elizabeths Hospital Operational and Safety Concerns

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Saint Elizabeths Hospital Operational and Safety Concerns
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January 22, 2026 at 2:34 PM
This morning I sent a letter to Interim MPD Police Chief Jeffery Carroll asking about MPD’s use of Flock Safety tech. In 2024 MPD entered into a contract with Insight Public Sector for 67 Flock automated license reader (ALPR) camera systems. 1/2
January 20, 2026 at 5:11 PM
In my latest version of The Henderson Brief I offered readers the chance to better acquaint themselves with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s work beyond “I Have a Dream”. Today, in celebration of his life of service I share quotes that may not be as familiar to you.
January 19, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King feels draped with a particular tension this year.

Read the latest installation of The Henderson Brief at the link below.

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January 16, 2026 at 9:58 PM
@breadforthecity.bsky.social works to help DC low income residents by providing and connecting them with pivotal resources. They provide food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services in an effort to nurture their lives.

Thank you for showing me around your NW Center this week!
January 9, 2026 at 4:43 PM
A special edition of my newsletter is live and there is much to talk about.

Performance oversight 📑
Roundtables held by the COH 🏥
Holiday tree collection 🎄
Neighborhood events and loads of notables milestones throughout the District! 🎉

Read my full letter below.
January 9, 2026 at 4:23 PM
The Committee on Health will hold a public roundtable on the Saint Elizabeths Hospital Operational and Safety Concerns on January 22 at 9:30am in Room 500 of the John A. Wilson Building.

Visit lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/heari… to register to testify or submit written testimony.
January 7, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday and a Merry Christmas!
December 25, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Happy Holidays DC from Team Henderson!

Our office will be closed until January 5, 2026. We hope everyone is having a joyous holiday time and look forward to seeing your faces in the new year. 🎄
December 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
If you didn’t catch The Henderson’s Brief last installment of 2025 you can read my opening letter below! This version of my newsletter highlights my legislative endeavors over the last 12 months and shares investments made by the Committee on Health. www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...
December 22, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Today, I introduced the E911 Modernization Amendment Act of 2025. The bill would enhance resources for the District’s emergency response telecommunications
system, with the goal of creating a safer and more responsive public safety system
December 15, 2025 at 10:03 PM
DC’s neighbors have already created protections for their residents to mitigate the burden of medical debt. The Medical Debt Mitigation Amendment Act ensures we don’t fall behind.
December 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Nearly 90,000 DC residents have unpaid medical bills, leaving negative impacts on households— such as bankruptcy, job loss, eviction, food insecurity, and poor physical and mental health outcomes. Medical debt affects everyone, regardless of socioeconomic standing.
December 15, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Today the Committee on Health will have a public hearing on the Medical Debt Mitigation Amendment Act of 2025. You can watch the hearing here: m.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
December 15, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Marion Barry Avenue and Cafe opened earlier this Sept. in Ward 8, Dreaming Out Loud’s direct response to the ongoing presence of food deserts in the community. The market and cafe offers groceries, hot food, and nutrition education.
December 12, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Great time speaking with George Washington University's Medical School Dean, Barbara Bass, at GW's President Ellen Granberg Holiday Reception.
December 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Today’s Committee on Health hearing will cover the Prenatal and Postpartum Remote Patient Monitoring Clarification Amendment Act and the Judith Herman Memorial Workers with Disabilities Act

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December 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
The days may be shorter but the Committee on Health is still as productive as ever! This installation of “The Henderson Brief” highlights the concerns of our littlest learners. You can read my opening letter above and my full newsletter here: christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/th…
December 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
LIVE: Committee on Health Hearing on the Behavioral Health Housing Voucher Transparency Amendment Act of 2025, the Place-Based Substance Use Disorder Outreach Amendment Act of 2025, and the 988 Lifeline Support and Sustainability Establishment Amendment Act of 2025 ⬇️

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Public Hearing on B26-0226, B26-0091, and B26-0462
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December 10, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Ever wondered what are the most important topics to our youngest DC residents? This morning I joined School-Within-School’s 3rd grade class to find out and shared how they could participate in creating change in their community.
December 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Thanks to everyone that participated in our Rank Choice Voting (RCV) 2025 Example Ballot! Polls closed yesterday at 5:00pm and results are in. Check out the visual below to see who won. 🗳️
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
LIVE: Roundtable on Changes to the District’s Medicaid and Alliance Programs

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Roundtable on Changes to the District’s Medicaid and Alliance Programs
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December 3, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Today Team Henderson took a field trip to the @wmata.com holiday pop up and the Downtown Holiday Market to support local business in the District. I even took home some great Metro swag!
December 2, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Upcoming schedule for the Committee on Health.

You can sign up to testify here: lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/
December 2, 2025 at 2:38 PM
👩🏾‍🏫 Today, I’m breaking down Ranked Choice Voting (RCV)! As DC elections get more and more competitive, RCV allows for voter’s preferences for candidates to truly be realized. Cast your vote using our example ballot ⬇️

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December 1, 2025 at 8:42 PM