Press Releases

Read more on Councilmember Henderson's press releases and statements.

Councilmember Henderson Sends Her Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget Priorities Letter to Mayor Bowser

January 13, 2026
It is essential that our collective efforts remain focused on maintaining core government services while improving their quality; providing critical health, human services, and workforce development supports to residents in need; and positioning the District for continued economic growth and recovery.
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Councilmember Henderson Introduces Legislation to Increase High Quality Learning Environments in the District

November 18, 2025
Yesterday, Councilmember Christina Henderson introduced the PACE Clarification Amendment Act of 2025.
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Councilmember Henderson Introduces Legislation to Sustain DC’s Behavioral Health Crisis Services

November 3, 2025
Today, Councilmember Henderson introduced the 988 Lifeline Support and Sustainability Establishment Act of 2025.
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Councilmember Henderson Introduces the Judith Heumann Memorial Workers with Disabilities Act of 2025

November 3, 2025
Today, Councilmember Christina Henderson introduced the Judith Heumann Memorial Workers with Disabilities Act of 2025.
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Councilmember Henderson Issues a Statement on the Declaration of a State of Emergency in the District of Columbia

August 11, 2025
Today, the President of the United States has taken the unprecedented and unnecessary step to utilize the services of the Metropolitan Police Department through a declaration of a federal state of emergency.
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Councilmember Henderson Issues Statement on Vote to Revitalize Robert F. Kennedy Stadium and Bring the Washington Commanders Back to DC

August 1, 2025
Today the Council of the District of Columbia approved a significant legislative package to bring the Commanders back to Washington, DC, and revitalize the existing Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Stadium campus, including mixed-use development with affordable housing.
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