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CER26-0072 • 2025

David W. Schwartzman Memorial Recognition Resolution of 2025

David W. Schwartzman Memorial Recognition Resolution of 2025

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Sponsor
Lewis George
Last action
2025-08-15
Official status
Approved
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not provide detailed information on the resolution's immediate effects or its long-term impacts on residents beyond symbolic recognition.

Resolution Honoring Dr. David W. Schwartzman

This resolution recognizes the contributions of Dr. David W. Schwartzman to climate, economic, and social justice in Washington D.C.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors Dr. David W. Schwartzman for his lifelong dedication to environmental and social causes.
  • Acknowledges his role as a professor at Howard University where he mentored many students.
  • Recognizes his work as an advocate for D.C. Statehood and economic equity.
  • Celebrates his efforts in advancing climate justice, affordable housing, childcare access, and the DC Earned Income Tax Credit.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Dr. David W. Schwartzman
  • Residents of Washington D.C.
  • Students mentored by Dr. Schwartzman

Terms To Know

CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
A type of resolution that honors or recognizes individuals, groups, or events without requiring any legal action.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution does not create new laws or policies but rather serves as a formal recognition.
  • The effects are symbolic and do not provide financial support or change regulations.

Bill History

  1. 2025-08-15 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS

    Resolution ACR26-0072, Effective from Jul 14, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 008963

  2. 2025-07-14 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS

    Retained by the Council

  3. 2025-07-14 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS

    Legislative Meeting

  4. 2025-07-14 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS

    Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0072

  5. 2025-07-09 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS

    CER26-0072 Introduced by Councilmember Lewis George at Office of the Secretary

Official Summary Text

David W. Schwartzman Memorial Recognition Resolution of 2025

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ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION

26-72

IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

July 14, 2025

To recognize, honor, and celebrate the life of Dr. David W. Schwartzman for his decades-long
commitment to climate, economic, and social justice in the District of Columbia.

WHEREAS, Dr. David W. Schwartzman is a native of Brooklyn, New York who moved
to the District of Columbia in 1976, and;

WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman was a long-time resident of Ward 4 and an active and
engaged member of the Ward 4 community; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman served as Professor Emeritus and formerly led the
Department of Biology at Howard University, where he mentored generations of students and
contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman was a world-class climate and energy scientist whose
research and scholarship informed policy and activism aimed at creating a more sustainable and
equitable future; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman was a tireless advocate for D.C. Statehood and devoted
many years to advancing democratic representation for District residents; and

WHEREAS, through his organizing and advocacy, Dr. Schwartzman significantly
advanced economic and social justice for District residents, particularly in the areas of affordable
housing, climate justice, access to childcare, and the expansion of the DC Earned Income Tax
Credit, and;

WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman was the D.C. Statehood Green Party’s nominee for
Councilmember At-Large Councilmember in both 2018 and 2022, running on a platform center
on environment protection, economic equity, and full statehood for the District of Columbia,
and;

ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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WHEREAS, Dr. Schwartzman was a dedicated eco-socialist and lifelong activist for
human rights, peace, and justice, whose work left a lasting impact on the District of Columbia
and its people.

RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, T hat this
resolution may be cited as the “ David W. Schwartzman Memorial Recognition Resolution of
2025”.

Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes, honors, and remembers and
the life of Dr. David W. Schwartzman.

Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately.