Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt to serve as a voting member of the District of Columbia Health Benefit Exchange Authority Executive Board, filling a vacancy left by Ramon Richards. This appointment is in line with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Health Benefit Exchange Authority Establishment Act of 2011, and Dr. Nesbitt will serve the remainder of the term, which concludes on July 6, 2028. The Mayor has provided details of Dr. Nesbitt's extensive qualifications, including her Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees, and has requested the Council's prompt consideration of her nomination.

The resolution formally confirms Dr. Nesbitt's appointment, highlighting her significant contributions to public health, including her leadership during the District's COVID-19 response and her commitment to health equity. With a strong background in public health education and policy, Dr. Nesbitt has mentored students at various prestigious institutions and has been involved in numerous health organizations advocating for improved population health. The resolution has been reviewed by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor, confirming its legal compliance and underscoring the District's dedication to appointing qualified individuals to oversee health benefit exchanges.