Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Mr. Sim Singh Attariwala for appointment to the Commission on Human Rights, filling a vacant seat previously held by Robert Baldwin III. This appointment is for the remainder of an unexpired term that will conclude on December 31, 2027. The nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Human Rights Act of 1977, and the Mayor has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination. Mr. Attariwala is currently the Director of the Anti-Hate Program at Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC) and has extensive experience in civil rights advocacy, policy development, and combating hate-based violence.

The proposed resolution confirms Mr. Attariwala's appointment to the Commission on Human Rights, which was established under the Human Rights Act of 1977. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption by the Council, and a copy will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor. Mr. Attariwala's background includes significant roles at the U.S. Department of Justice and various advocacy organizations, where he has worked on initiatives to address hate crimes and promote equity for marginalized communities.