Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Dr. Harry Barbee to serve as a voting member of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission, filling a vacancy left by Vikisha Fripp. This nomination aligns with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Enactment Act of 2018. Dr. Barbee, who resides in Ward 5 of Washington, DC, is an Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University, specializing in health disparities, LGBTQ+ populations, and public policy. His qualifications include a PhD in sociology and postdoctoral research experience, making him a strong candidate for this role.

The resolution, titled the "Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission Harry Barbee Confirmation Resolution of 2025," aims to confirm Dr. Barbee's appointment and will take effect immediately upon adoption. The Mayor has emphasized the urgency of this nomination, highlighting the importance of filling the Commission's vacancy. Additionally, a legal sufficiency review by the Office of the General Counsel has confirmed that the nominations are legally unobjectionable, allowing the process to move forward without any legal issues.