Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a nomination for Ms. Shannarese Sims to be reappointed as a community representative member of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board, with her term set to end on July 20, 2028. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and is accompanied by Ms. Sims' biographical information, highlighting her extensive experience in victim services and her current role as Director of Therapeutic Services at Volare, a crime victims' rights organization. The Mayor has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination.

The proposed resolution formally confirms Ms. Sims' reappointment to the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board, which aims to improve the systemic response to domestic violence victims in the District of Columbia. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption and will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor. Ms. Sims brings over a decade of experience in supporting survivors of power-based violence, making her a valuable asset to the Board.