Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Tomeka Watson-Lewis for appointment to the Students in the Care of D.C. Coordinating Committee, as a representative of current or former students involved in the foster care system. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Students in the Care of D.C. Coordinating Committee Act of 2018. Ms. Watson-Lewis is filling a vacant seat for a term that will end on November 15, 2028. The Mayor has provided biographical information about the nominee and has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination.

The proposed resolution confirms Ms. Watson-Lewis's appointment to the committee, which was established to address the needs of students in the foster care system. The resolution outlines the process for confirmation and mandates that a copy be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor upon adoption. The resolution is set to take effect immediately, reflecting the urgency of the appointment. Ms. Watson-Lewis brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and a personal connection to the foster care system, which positions her to contribute effectively to the committee's mission.