Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Aisha Nixon for appointment as a voting member of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission, filling a vacancy left by Frank Meyers. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Enactment Act of 2018. The resolution, which is proposed for the Council of the District of Columbia's consideration, highlights Ms. Nixon's extensive experience in health professional licensing and regulatory oversight, including her current role as Associate Director for the Office of Health Professional Licensing Boards in the District of Columbia Department of Health.
The resolution confirms Ms. Nixon's appointment to serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and emphasizes her qualifications, which include over ten years of experience in healthcare regulation, leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and successful implementation of various licensing initiatives. The Council is urged to consider this nomination promptly, and upon adoption of the resolution, a copy will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor. The resolution is set to take effect immediately upon its adoption.