Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Celeste Santifer for appointment as a public voting member of the Commission on Re-Entry and Returning Citizen Affairs, filling a vacancy left by Olivia Elder. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office on Ex-Offender Affairs and Commission on Re-Entry and Ex-Offender Affairs Establishment Act of 2006. Ms. Santifer's term will last until August 4, 2028. The resolution to confirm her appointment has been proposed to the Council of the District of Columbia, and the Mayor has requested prompt consideration of this nomination.

Ms. Santifer brings a wealth of experience in human resources and community engagement, having previously served as Chief People and Administrative Officer at the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. She is also a returning citizen who has navigated her own reentry journey, which informs her commitment to advocating for policies that support justice-involved individuals, particularly women. Her professional background, combined with her personal experiences, positions her to contribute effectively to the Commission's efforts in promoting comprehensive reentry support, including access to housing, mental health services, and job readiness programs. The resolution has been reviewed for legal sufficiency and is deemed unobjectionable.