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MURIEL BOWSER

    MAYOR

 January 11,2021

 The Honorable Phil Mendelson, Chairman

 Councilofthe District of Columbia

 John A. Wilson Building

 1350Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504

 Washington,  DC20004

 Dear Chairman Mendelson:

 In accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C.

 Law 2-142; D.C. Official Code   1-523.01), and pursuant to section 12 of the Department of

 Forensic Sciences Establishment Act of 2011, effective August 17, 2011 (D.C. Law 19-18; D.C.

 Official Code  5-1501.11), | am pleased to nominate the following individual:

                                         Henry Swofford

                                         N Wayne Street

                                      Arlington, VA 22201

 for appointment to the Science Advisory Board as a forensic scientist not currently employed by

 the Department or by a law enforcement laboratory or agency that provides forensic science

 services memberofthe Board, replacing Dr. Simone Gittelson, filling an unexpired term to end

November25, 2020, and fora new term to end April 18, 2023.

 Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the

 above-mentioned nominee, along with a proposed resolution to assist the Council

 during the confirmation process.

 I would appreciate the Councils earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation.

 Please do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayors Office of Talent

 and Appointments, should the Council require additional information.

 Sincerely,

  Murtel      Bo\yser

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                                                                             Chairman Phil Mendelson

                                                                            at the request of the Mayor

                                       A PROPOSED RESOLUTION

                         IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

      To confirm the appointment of Henry Swofford to the Science Advisory Board.

             RESOLVED, BY COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution

      may be cited as the Science Advisory Board Henry Swofford Confirmation Resolution

     of 2021.

             Sec. 2. The Councilofthe District of Columbia confirms the appointment of:

                                                  Henry Swofford

                                                  N Wayne Street

                                            Arlington, VA 22201

      as a forensic scientist not currently employed by the Department or by a law enforcement

      laboratory or agency that provides forensic science services to the District member of the

30    Science Advisory Board, in accordance with section 12 of the Department of Forensic Sciences

31    Establishment Act of 201 1, effective August 17, 2011 (D.C. Law 19-18; D.C. Official Code  5-

32    1501.11), replacing Dr. Simone Gittelson, filling an unexpired term to end November 25, 2020,

33    and for a new term to end April 18, 2023.

34            Sec. 3. The Council ofthe District ofColumbia shall transmit a copyofthis resolution,

35    upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Office of the Mayor.

36           Sec. 4, This resolution shall take effect immediately.

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                        CURRICULUM VITAE

                           Henry J. Swofford

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EDUCATION:

2012-2013,              University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.

                               MasterofScience - Forensic Science (MSFS)

                                  Summa Cum Laude

2004 - 2008             Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia.

                                BachelorofScience

                                   Biology Major; Chemistry Minor

                                   Magna Cum Laude

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPEREINCE:

Mar. 2018 ~ Present     HJS Consulting, LLC

                               Principal Analyst

Dee. 2014 - Sep. 2018   U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory

                               Chief, Latent Print Branch

Mar. 2014Dec. 2014     Defense Forensic Science Center

                               Quality Assurance Manager

Oct. 2008  Mar. 2014   U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory

                                Physical Scientist (Forensic Examiner)

                                Research Coordinator, Latent Print Branch

Feb. 2010  Dec. 2013   BAC Tracker International, Inc.

                            Chief Executive Officer / Founder

Sep. 2003  Oct. 2008   Georgia Bureau of Investig:

                                Laboratory Technician

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Nov. 2002-Feb.2003         Athens / Clark County GA Police Department

                                 Internship

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

2019  Present

                                      in Society of Crime Laboratory Directors

                                     Member

2018  Present             Editorial Review Board

                           Forensic Science International: Synergy

                                  Member

2017  Present             Organization for Scientific Area Committees (OSAC)

                           Friction Ridge Subcommittee (FRS)

                                  Chair

2017  Present             Organization for Scientific Area Committees (OSAC)

                           Physics/Pattern Scientific Area Committee (SAC)

                                  Member

2017  Present             Board of Directors

                           International Association for Identification

                                     Member

2016  Present              Academy Standards Board (ASB)

                            Friction Ridge Consensus Body

                                   Member

2014  Present              American Academy of Forensic Sciences

                                  Fellow

2013  Present              International Fingerprint Research Group

                                   Member

2011 Present               Editorial Review Board

                            Journal of Forensic Identification

                                     Member

2009  Present              International Association for Identification

                                   Member

2018  Present              American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors

                                  Member

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2017-2018                   Forensic Management Committee

                            International Association for Identification

                                   Member

2014-2017                   Organization for Scientific Area Committees (OSAC)

                            Friction Ridge Subcommittee

                                   Vice Chair

2015-2016                   Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences Institute

                            Program on Statistics and Applied Mathematics in

                            Forensic Science: Pattern Evidence Working Group

                                   Member

2015-2016                   Probability Modeling Subcommittee

                            International Association for Identification

                                   Member

2004

  -2016                     GA Division-International Association for Identification

                                  Member

2011-2014                   Forensic Identification Standards Committee

                            International Association for Identi

                                     Member

2010-2013                   Canadian Identification Society

                                  Member

2011-2012                   Library Ambassadors Board

                            Georgia State University

                                  Member

2007 - 2008                 Southern Association of Forensic Scientists

                                  Member

CERTIFICATIONS:

2010  Present       Latent Print Examiner

                     International Association for Identification

2012-2017            Footwear Examiner

                     International Association for Identification

2010-2015            Crime Scene Investigator

                     International Association for Identification

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SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Feb. 2015  Present          TOP SECRET (TS/SCI)

                             United States Government

Oct. 2008  Feb. 2015        SECRET

                             United States Government

PUBLICATIONS (Peer Reviewed):

    L Koertner, A.J. and Swofford, H.J., (2018) Comparison of Latent Print Proficiency

      Tests with Latent Prints Obtained in Routine Casework Using Automated and

       Objective Quality Metrics. Journal of Forensic Identification. 68(3): 379-388.

       Swofford, H.J., Koertner, A.J., Zemp, F., Ausdemore, M., Liu, A., and Salyards,

       M.J. (2018) A Method for the Statistical Interpretation of Friction Ridge Skin

       Impression Evidence: Method Development and Validation. Forensic Science

       International. 287:113-126.

       Swofford, H.J. and Cino, J., (2018) Lay Understanding of Identification: How

       Jurors Interpret Forensic Identification Testimony. Journal of Forensic

       Identification. 68(1): 29-41.

       Swofford, H.J. and Vosk T. (2017) Metrology Applied to Forensic Patter

       Evidence Domains - A Call for More Forensic Science Metrology Principles.

       IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine. February 2017, 15-19.

       Swofford, H.J., (2015) The Emerging Paradigm Shift in the Epistemology of

       Fingerprint Conclusions. Journalof Forensic Identification, 65(3): 201-213.

       Busey, T.; Swofford, H.J.; Vanderkolk, J.; and Emerick, B. (2015) The Impact of

       Fatigue on Latent Print Examinations as Revealed by Behavioral and Eye Gaze

       Testing. Forensic Science International. 251: 202-208.

       Swofford, H.J., Steffan, S., Warner, G., Bridge, C., and Salyards, J. (2013) Impact

       ofMinutiae Quantity on the Behavior and Performance of Latent Print Examiners,

       Journalof Forensic Identification. 63(5): 571-591.

       Swofford, H.J., Steffan, S., Warner, G., Bridge, C., and Salyards, J. (2013) Inter-

       and Intra-Examiner Variation in the Detection of Friction Ridge Skin Minutiae.

       Journalof Forensic Identification. 63(5): 553-570.

       Swofford, H.J., Steffan, ., Bonar, D., and Paul, L. (2013) Development of Latent

       Fingerprints on Brass Cartridge Cases: Impact ofLatent Print Development Using

       Acidified Hydrogen Peroxide on Forensic Firearm / Toolmark Examinations.

       Journalof Forensic Identification. 63(4): 359-368.

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   10. Guicheteau, J., Swofford H.J., Tripathi, A., Wilcox, P., Emmons, E., Christesen,

       S., Wood, J., and Fountain III, A.W. (2013) Sequential Raman Chemical Imaging

       and Biometric Anlaysis on Fingerprints for Rapid Identification of Threat

       Materials and Individuals. Journalof Forensic Identification. 63(1): 90-101.

   11, Swofford, H.J., Ballard J., Beegle C., Harbin S., and Knaggs C. (2012) Latent

       Print Development Using Low Pressure Sublimation Vapor Depositior

       Evaluationof a Prototype System. Journalof Forensic Identification. 62(6): 642-

       658.

   12, Swofford, H.J. and Kovalchick A. (2012) Fingerprint Powders: Aerosolized

       Application Revisited. Journal of Forensic Identification. 62(2): 109-127.

   13. Swofford, H.J. (2012) Individualization Using Friction Ridge Ski      cientifically

       Reliable, Legally Valid. Journalof Forensic Identification. 62(1): 62-79.

    14. Swofford, H.J. and Schenck, R.A. (2011) Capecitabine Induced Hand and Foot

        Syndrome and the Reproducibility of Friction Skin. Academic Forensic

        Pathology. \(4): 365-71.

   15. Swofford, H.J. (2010) The Efficacy of Commercial vs. Non-Commercial Physical

       Developer Solutions and the Sequential Enhancement of Friction Ridge

       Impressions Using Potassium Iodide. Journal of Forensic Identification 60, 19-

       31.

   16. Swofford, H.J. (2008) The Ontogeny of the Friction Ridge: A Unified

       Explanation of Epidermal Ridge Development with Descriptive Detail of

       Individuality. Journal ofForensic Identification S8, 682-695.

   17, Swofford, H.J. (2005) Fingerprint Patterns: A Study on the Finger and Ethnicity

       Prioritized Order of Occurrence. Journalof Forensic Identification 55, 480-488.

PUBLICATIONS (Non-Peer Reviewed):

   1. Swofford, H.     (2011) How to Extrapolate Alcohol With Certainty.           Forensic

      Magazine 8

   2. Swofford, H.J. and Homickel, M. (2011) Cold Case Advantage: Vacuum Metal

      Deposition. United States Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory Bulletin.

   3. Swofford, H.J. and Fletcher, J. (2010) Potential Cross Contamination of DNA

      Evidence Involving Fingerprint Brushes. United States Army Criminal

      Investigation Laboratory Bulletin.

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         Swofford H.J. and Kovalchick A. (2009) Developing Latent Fingerprints: Using

         Old Ideas with New Technology. United States Army Criminal Investigation

         Laboratory Bulletin.

         Swofford, H.J. (2009) Alcohol in the 21" Century: New Standards, New

         Technology. Forensic Magazine 6(3).

         Posey, D. and Swofford, H.J. (2008) Understanding the Complex Nature and the

         Uncertainties Inherent in Alcohol Metabolism Using Computer Software. DWI

        Journal: Law and Science 23(3), 1-8.

         Swofford, H.J. (2008) Estimating Blood Alcohol Concentration. Forensic

         Magazine 5(3).

         Swofford, H.J. (2008) Estimating Blood Alcohol Levels: Accounting for the

         Uncertainties in Alcohol Metabolism Using Computer Software. Forensic

         Magazine 2(7).

PRESENTATIONS (By Invit              ):

   Ll    Swofford, H.J. Friction Ridge Subcommittee Update: Strategic Priorities and

         Progress, Friction Ridge Subcommittee, Organization for Scientific Area

         Committees for Forensic Science (OSAC). Southern California Association of

        FingerprintOfficers (SCAFO). San Diego, California, U.S.A. October 2019.

         Swofford, H.J.; Cole, S. Analysis of Forensic Testimony and Reports: Survey of

         Fingerprint Examiners on Probabilistic Reporting Standards. Southern California

         Association of Fingerprint Officers (SCAFO). San Diego, California, U.S.A.

         October 2019.

         Swofford, H.J.; Koertner A.J. A Comparison of Latent Print Proficiency Tests

         with Latent Prints Obtained in Routine Casework Using Automated and Objective

         Quality Metrics. Southern California Association of Fingerprint Officers

         (SCAFO). San Diego, California, U.S.A. October 2019.

        Swofford, H.J. Statistical Interpretation Software for Friction Ridge Skin

        Impressions (FRStat) Workshop. Southern California Association of Fingerprint

        Officers (SCAFO). San Diego, California, U.S.A. October 2019.

        Swofford, HJ. Similarity-Based Quantification and Applications to Forensic

        Evidence. Forensic Science Division, Cook County Public Defender's Office.

        Chicago, IL, U.S.A. March 2019.

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   6. Swofford, H.J. Litigating Fingerprint Evidence: Ensuring a Sound Scientific

      Foundation. Minnesota Public Defenders Professional Development Meeting.

      Brainerd, MN, October 2018.

   7. Swofford, H.J. Identification Roundtable (Panel Discussion). 18" Annual

      Meeting of the European Network of Forensic Science Institutes (ENFSI)

      Fingerprint Working Group. Lausanne, Switzerland, September 2018.

   8. Swofford, HJ. Litigating Fingerprint Evidence: Ensuring a Sound Scientific

      Foundation. Forensic Conference. National Association of Criminal Defense

      Lawyers and Cardozo Law School. New York City, NY, U.S.A. June 2018.

   9. Swofford, HJ. Litigating Fingerprint Evidence: Ensuring a Statistical

       Foundation, Ninth Annual Prescriptions for Criminal Justice Forensics Program,

       American Bar Association, Fordhan University School of Law Lincoln Center,

       New York City, NY, U.S.A. May 2018.

   10. Swofford, H.J., Hunt, T., King, P., Stolorow, M., and Loudon-Brown, M. To Err

       is Human (Panel Discussion). From the Crime Scene to the Courtroom: The

       Future of Forensic Science Reform. Georgia State University College of Law.

       Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A. April 2018.

    1. Swofford, H.J. Statistics in the Crime Lab: Towards Reform  Implementing

       Stronger Scientific Foundations, Statistical Thinking, and Cultural Change.

       Forensics, Statistics, and the Law Conference. Center for Statistics and

       Applications in Forensic Science. University of Virginia. Charlottesville,

       Virginia, U.S.A. March 2018.

   12. Swofford, H.J. & Wortman, T.M. Technology Transition Workshop: Friction

       Ridge Statistical Interpretation Software (FRStat). Arizona Forensic Science

       Speaker Series. Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A. September 2017.

   13. Swofford, H.J. & Koertner, A.J. Technology Transition Workshop: Friction Ridge

       Statistical Interpretation Software (FRStat). New York Office of Criminal Justice

       Services. Albany, NY, September 2017.

   14, Swofford, H.J. Friction Ridge Statistical Interpretation Software (FRSiat). IRS

       Laboratory. Chicago, IL, August 2017.

   15. Swofford, H.J. Friction Ridge Statistical Interpretation Software (FRStat). FBI

       Laboratory. Quantico, VA, June 2017.

   16. Swofford, H.J. Towards Reform: Demonstrating Validity in Fingerprint

       Examinations. Forensic Conference. National Association of Criminal Defense

       Lawyers and Cardozo Law School. New York City, NY, June 2017.

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   17. Swofford, HJ. Towards Reform: Demonstrating Validity in Fingerprint

       Examinations. Forensic Conference. Presented by the Cook County Public

       Defender's Office and Loyola Law School. Chicago, IL, June 2017.

    18. Swofford, H.J. Towards Reform: Latent Print Examination and Testimony.

        Innocence Project. New York City, NY, December 2016.

    19. Swofford, H.J. A New Paradigm for Fingerprint Reporting . . . Without

        Individualization. Forensic Technology Center of Excellence, (live online

        webinar), July 2016.

   20. Swofford, H.J. Integrating Quantitative Approaches into Practice: Method

       Development, Validation and Implementation. International Symposium on

       Likelihood Ratio Methods. Netherlands Forensic Institute, The Hague,

       Netherlands, May 2016.

   21, Swofford, H.J., Koertner, A.J., and Salyards, M.J. Development and Evaluation of

       a Model to Quantify the Weight of Fingerprint Evidence. Statistical and Applied

       Mathematical Sciences Institute Program on Pattern Evidence Transition

       Workshop. Research Triangle Park, NC, U.S.A. May 2016.

   22, Swofford, H.J. Towards Integrating Probabilistic Logic and Quantitative Data into

       Practice  Latent Print Examination. National Institute of Standards and

       Technology Technical Colloquium on Quantifying the Weight of Forensic