Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Amy Rofman for appointment to the Commission on Human Rights, filling a vacancy left by Lauren Lowery. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Human Rights Act of 1977. Ms. Rofman, a resident of Ward 3 in Washington, DC, is recognized for her extensive experience in human rights, having worked with the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. State Department, among other roles. The proposed resolution seeks to confirm her appointment for the remainder of an unexpired term ending December 31, 2026.
The resolution, titled the "Commission on Human Rights Amy Rofman Confirmation Resolution of 2025," outlines the Council's intent to confirm Ms. Rofman's appointment. It includes provisions for the resolution to take effect immediately upon adoption and mandates that copies be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor. The legal sufficiency of the resolution has been reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor.