The Elizabeth M. Goodman Health School Redesignation Act of 2026 aims to officially rename Sharpe Health School, located at 4300 13th Street, NW, to Elizabeth M. Goodman Health School. This change is a result of a community-driven process that involved engagement with local residents, families, and former students, culminating in a resolution from Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C supporting the renaming. Elizabeth M. Goodman was a pioneering educator whose advocacy for students with disabilities led to significant advancements in educational access, including the establishment of the Visiting Instruction Corps and the development of the current Health School building.

The bill includes a legal designation of the school as Elizabeth M. Goodman Health School, as specified in the new legal language. It also references the Street and Alley Closing and Acquisition Procedures Act of 1982, allowing for this redesignation despite existing provisions. The act will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period. This renaming not only honors Ms. Goodman's legacy but also aligns the school's name with values of inclusion and educational opportunity.