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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

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Official Bluesky account of Brooke Pinto, DC Councilmember representing Ward 2 and Chairwoman of the Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety. brookepintodc.com

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · Mar 24

Today I am announcing my new comprehensive plan to continue to drive down crime and promote sustainable peace in the District: Peace DC, which includes:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 4h

Our work must continue to ensure DC is a competitive and welcoming place for small businesses to thrive.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 4h

It was great to join Georgetown Main Street to discuss my work on the Council to uplift our locally owned businesses by streamlining the licensing process and funding our Main Streets and Clean Team programs.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 4h

I am so grateful to our many hardworking entrepreneurs who contribute to the rich fabric of our corridors and city. Our small businesses strengthen our local economy by providing jobs for residents, generating tax revenue for our city, & providing services that local customers & visitors can enjoy.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 1d

You can read my guest column in the The Georgetowner here: georgetowner.com/articles/202...

Opinion: We Know How to Keep D.C. Safe. This Is Our Home, Too.   | The Georgetowner

As chairwoman of the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety, I have passed dozens of laws, including far-reaching and comprehensive public safety

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 1d

As chairwoman of the Committee on Judiciary & Public Safety, I have passed dozens of laws, including far-reaching and comprehensive public safety legislative packages that have helped significantly drive down crime in the District. I am working on next steps to see more sustained safety across DC.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 1d

Let me be very clear in this moment: I am committed to continuing to fight on your behalf to ensure that our local laws keep people safe and empower our residents to prosper. Our local officials and local law enforcement, who are accountable to District residents, are best positioned to do so.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 2d

In DC, we welcome and support our LGBTQ+ neighbors.

During this LGBTQ+ History Month, let us celebrate the achievements of our LGBTQ+ neighbors and learn about the history like the William Dorsey Swann marker in Dupont Circle.
www.washingtonblade.com/2025/09/10/w...

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you @washingtonian.com for recognizing me in your Most Powerful Women in Washington 2025 edition. It is an honor to be alongside many other trailblazing women whom I admire greatly.
www.washingtonian.com/2025/09/30/m...

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 8d

Wishing an easy and meaningful fast to our Jewish community honoring Yom Kippur.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 8d

Starting today, families receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) will see an increase in child support passthrough payments from $150 to $200 per month.

Thank you to @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social and @cmfrumin.bsky.social for your partnership in securing this increase.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 9d

Had such a great time celebrating at Fiesta DC this weekend to honor the rich culture and contributions of our Latino communities!

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 10d

I was proud to celebrate the opening of the newly renovated Holt Building in Georgetown, which will house several Black-owned businesses including V-Tech Solutions, which just marked its 25th anniversary!

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 10d

Our locally owned businesses play a critical role in supporting our local economy and providing job opportunities for residents.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 10d

DC is on top of it when it comes to keeping our residents and visitors safe.

I have passed two comprehensive public safety legislative packages that have helped continue to drive down crime in the District and I am working on next steps to see more sustained safety across our city.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 14d

The Congressional Black Caucus legislative week has officially kicked off! It’s critical for lawmakers, advocates, and community leaders to come together to identify strategies to create opportunities that empower Black Americans to thrive.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 15d

Thank you to everyone who turned out for the DACL town hall to weigh in on where the new center should be located!

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 15d

That’s why I secured funding for a new Ward 2 Senior Wellness Center and established a task force that works with the community and the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) to identify a location for our new center!

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 15d

We must be proactive to ensure seniors can thrive in our city. At every age, people have better health outcomes when we are socially engaged, physically active, and forging human connection.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 17d

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all our neighbors celebrating the new year! Wishing you a warm and joyous Shana Tova!

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 21d

DC government stands united in our belief and efforts to protect our ability to self govern and to stop dangerous overreach by House Republicans.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 21d

I’m back on the Hill today where Mayor Bowser, Chairman Mendelson, and Attorney General Schwalb will testify before the House Oversight Committee about our city.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 21d

Here's a breakdown of the big votes Council held today. 👇

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 21d

✅Adjusted housing regulatory environment to help build and preserve affordable housing
✅Passed the deal to transform the RFK campus and bring the Commanders home to DC!

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 Big news from the Council’s first fall legislative session! 🚨

✅Passed pay increases for our local MPD officers
✅Extended MPD authorization to declare Juvenile Curfew Zones

Councilmember Brooke Pinto @cmbrookepinto.bsky.social · 22d

This morning, the Council will hold its first legislative meeting of the fall session. We are taking key votes on safety legislation I introduced, pay increases for our local police officers, & the transformative RFK deal.

Watch live at 11am: dc.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.... 2025.09.17 Leg Votes

Osprey Encoder 1 Room 500

Live and Recorded Public meetings of Osprey Encoder 1 Room 500 for District of Columbia

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