CM Christina Henderson
@cmchenderson.bsky.social
Official account of At-Large DC Councilmember Christina Henderson @chenderson.bsky.social
Fighting to ensure DC works for all residents, in every ward.
Fighting to ensure DC works for all residents, in every ward.
@mayorbowser.dc.gov has skillfully navigated the District through various challenges during her historic three terms as the leader of our great city. 1/2
November 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM
@mayorbowser.dc.gov has skillfully navigated the District through various challenges during her historic three terms as the leader of our great city. 1/2
This morning I met with @unitehere.org ,a food service and hospitality workers union here in DC, at the Washington Convention Center, for a walk through of work locations in the back of house and to hear about their experiences with Aramark.
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
This morning I met with @unitehere.org ,a food service and hospitality workers union here in DC, at the Washington Convention Center, for a walk through of work locations in the back of house and to hear about their experiences with Aramark.
The Opioid Abatement Advisory Commissions’ new anonymous survey aims to understand residents current experiences in accessing services.
Fill out the anonymous survey here: bit.ly/4phIx5c
Fill out the anonymous survey here: bit.ly/4phIx5c
November 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The Opioid Abatement Advisory Commissions’ new anonymous survey aims to understand residents current experiences in accessing services.
Fill out the anonymous survey here: bit.ly/4phIx5c
Fill out the anonymous survey here: bit.ly/4phIx5c
Yesterday, I introduced the PACE
Clarification Amendment Act of 2025. It would increase student access to high quality learning environments by clarifying the prioritization process for modernizing DCPS facilities and streamlining the info gathering process for school with historic designations.
Clarification Amendment Act of 2025. It would increase student access to high quality learning environments by clarifying the prioritization process for modernizing DCPS facilities and streamlining the info gathering process for school with historic designations.
November 18, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Yesterday, I introduced the PACE
Clarification Amendment Act of 2025. It would increase student access to high quality learning environments by clarifying the prioritization process for modernizing DCPS facilities and streamlining the info gathering process for school with historic designations.
Clarification Amendment Act of 2025. It would increase student access to high quality learning environments by clarifying the prioritization process for modernizing DCPS facilities and streamlining the info gathering process for school with historic designations.
Started this morning at the Wellpoint DC annual legislative breakfast in the John A. Wilson building. A good opportunity to chat with their president, Adrian Jordan, about health insurance and Medicaid in the District.
November 18, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Started this morning at the Wellpoint DC annual legislative breakfast in the John A. Wilson building. A good opportunity to chat with their president, Adrian Jordan, about health insurance and Medicaid in the District.
There’s love in the air at the John A. Wilson building! Thank you and congrats to the wonderful couple that allowed me to officiate your wedding, it was an honor! An extra congrats to those that tied the knot during the federal government shutdown since my introduction of the LOVE Act! 💜
November 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
There’s love in the air at the John A. Wilson building! Thank you and congrats to the wonderful couple that allowed me to officiate your wedding, it was an honor! An extra congrats to those that tied the knot during the federal government shutdown since my introduction of the LOVE Act! 💜
I was happy to tour La Clínica del Pueblo, a Federally Qualified Health Center, yesterday with staff members from the COH to discuss how fed and local health policy changes are affecting their patients/operations. An in-clinic pharmacy is also being developed and is slated to open in the new year.
November 14, 2025 at 3:17 PM
I was happy to tour La Clínica del Pueblo, a Federally Qualified Health Center, yesterday with staff members from the COH to discuss how fed and local health policy changes are affecting their patients/operations. An in-clinic pharmacy is also being developed and is slated to open in the new year.
This Veterans Day remember that you can still visit many of the District’s outdoor monuments in celebration of all of those who have served our country. You can find a full list of monuments honoring our veterans in the District at the link below.
www.nps.gov/nama/learn/h...
www.nps.gov/nama/learn/h...
November 11, 2025 at 5:19 PM
This Veterans Day remember that you can still visit many of the District’s outdoor monuments in celebration of all of those who have served our country. You can find a full list of monuments honoring our veterans in the District at the link below.
www.nps.gov/nama/learn/h...
www.nps.gov/nama/learn/h...
Last Friday, I closed out the week with a tour at Mary’s Center to learn more about the services they offer both at the Georgia Ave site as well as their other locations. I also toured Briya Public Charter, which is co-located with Mary’s Center.
November 10, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Last Friday, I closed out the week with a tour at Mary’s Center to learn more about the services they offer both at the Georgia Ave site as well as their other locations. I also toured Briya Public Charter, which is co-located with Mary’s Center.
The Committee on Health will be having a joint hearing with the Committee on Human Services today at 11:00am on Behavioral Health Supports in Local Housing Voucher Programs.
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
November 6, 2025 at 3:52 PM
The Committee on Health will be having a joint hearing with the Committee on Human Services today at 11:00am on Behavioral Health Supports in Local Housing Voucher Programs.
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
Currently hearing impactful testimony on the absence of available resources for students that need behavioral health access in schools but don’t fit into the criteria for an IEP or a 504, and the benefit of wrap around services for students.
November 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Currently hearing impactful testimony on the absence of available resources for students that need behavioral health access in schools but don’t fit into the criteria for an IEP or a 504, and the benefit of wrap around services for students.
LIVE: Roundtable on DBH’s Comprehensive Plan for the School-Based Behavioral Health Program
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Councilmember Christina Henderson
This is the official YouTube channel for Councilmember Christina Henderson, Councilmember At-Large for the District of Columbia, Chairperson for the Committee on Health. Committee Member: Hospital and...
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November 5, 2025 at 2:56 PM
LIVE: Roundtable on DBH’s Comprehensive Plan for the School-Based Behavioral Health Program
www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
At 10:00am today: Committee on Health Public Oversight Roundtable on the Department of Behavioral Health’s Comprehensive Plan for the School-Based Behavioral Health Program
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
Councilmember Christina Henderson
This is the official YouTube channel for Councilmember Christina Henderson, Councilmember At-Large for the District of Columbia, Chairperson for the Committee on Health. Committee Member: Hospital and...
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November 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
At 10:00am today: Committee on Health Public Oversight Roundtable on the Department of Behavioral Health’s Comprehensive Plan for the School-Based Behavioral Health Program
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/@CMCHenderso...
My last October newsletter is live!
This installment covers the precarious time that we are in, the Mayor’s announcement to fund SNAP and WIC this November during the government shutdown, and a list of resources for those furloughed or unemployed.
🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...
This installment covers the precarious time that we are in, the Mayor’s announcement to fund SNAP and WIC this November during the government shutdown, and a list of resources for those furloughed or unemployed.
🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...
October 31, 2025 at 9:48 PM
My last October newsletter is live!
This installment covers the precarious time that we are in, the Mayor’s announcement to fund SNAP and WIC this November during the government shutdown, and a list of resources for those furloughed or unemployed.
🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...
This installment covers the precarious time that we are in, the Mayor’s announcement to fund SNAP and WIC this November during the government shutdown, and a list of resources for those furloughed or unemployed.
🔗: www.christinahendersondc.com/newsletters/...
Watch the Committee on Health hearing on the PrEP DC Act of 2025 & the Community Health Amendment Act of 2025 here: www.youtube.com/live/IYhgXfF...
Public Hearing on B26-0159 - PrEP DC Act of 2025 & B26-0414 - Community Health Amendment Act of 2025
YouTube video by Councilmember Christina Henderson
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October 30, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Watch the Committee on Health hearing on the PrEP DC Act of 2025 & the Community Health Amendment Act of 2025 here: www.youtube.com/live/IYhgXfF...
I was honored to deliver the keynote at Community Connection’s 1st Annual Partnership Convening this Thurs, where I was able to highlight the Committee on Health’s work ensuring residents have access to the resources and supports they need.
October 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM
I was honored to deliver the keynote at Community Connection’s 1st Annual Partnership Convening this Thurs, where I was able to highlight the Committee on Health’s work ensuring residents have access to the resources and supports they need.
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Next Tuesday!
Join us @cmchenderson.bsky.social for a fireside chat to discuss the chaos that has been these past few months in DC, how we can protect home rule, and what is on the horizon for our city!
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Join us @cmchenderson.bsky.social for a fireside chat to discuss the chaos that has been these past few months in DC, how we can protect home rule, and what is on the horizon for our city!
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October 23, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Next Tuesday!
Join us @cmchenderson.bsky.social for a fireside chat to discuss the chaos that has been these past few months in DC, how we can protect home rule, and what is on the horizon for our city!
RSVP: secure.ngpvan.com/0SV7IQ079USM...
Join us @cmchenderson.bsky.social for a fireside chat to discuss the chaos that has been these past few months in DC, how we can protect home rule, and what is on the horizon for our city!
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Make sure to mark your calendar for our upcoming Committee on Health hearings and roundtables. If you are interested in testifying or submitting written testimony you can sign up on the Council’s website at dccouncil.gov/hearings
October 22, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Make sure to mark your calendar for our upcoming Committee on Health hearings and roundtables. If you are interested in testifying or submitting written testimony you can sign up on the Council’s website at dccouncil.gov/hearings
Join me for a fireside chat with the DC New Liberals next Tuesday. Details below!
🗓️ Tuesday, October 28
7:00pm to 8:30pm
📍 Center for New Liberalism
(1919 M St NW Ste B1)
Register here: secure.ngpvan.com/0SV7IQ079USM...
🗓️ Tuesday, October 28
7:00pm to 8:30pm
📍 Center for New Liberalism
(1919 M St NW Ste B1)
Register here: secure.ngpvan.com/0SV7IQ079USM...
October 22, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Join me for a fireside chat with the DC New Liberals next Tuesday. Details below!
🗓️ Tuesday, October 28
7:00pm to 8:30pm
📍 Center for New Liberalism
(1919 M St NW Ste B1)
Register here: secure.ngpvan.com/0SV7IQ079USM...
🗓️ Tuesday, October 28
7:00pm to 8:30pm
📍 Center for New Liberalism
(1919 M St NW Ste B1)
Register here: secure.ngpvan.com/0SV7IQ079USM...
It was an honor swearing in newly elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner for 8C08, Joy Page, today. I look forward to your future contributions to the District!
October 20, 2025 at 9:22 PM
It was an honor swearing in newly elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner for 8C08, Joy Page, today. I look forward to your future contributions to the District!
Thank you to the federal government workers and the contractors that support them. Thank you for your commitment to your communities and your relentless determination. The second October installation of The Henderson Brief is for you.
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October 18, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Thank you to the federal government workers and the contractors that support them. Thank you for your commitment to your communities and your relentless determination. The second October installation of The Henderson Brief is for you.
www.christinahendersondc.com
www.christinahendersondc.com
The Council is the “special snowflake unicorn” as I like to call it. Today I got to explain just how special we are at McCourt School of Public Policy. during a panel on civic engagement, participation, and representation here in DC.
October 8, 2025 at 7:40 PM
The Council is the “special snowflake unicorn” as I like to call it. Today I got to explain just how special we are at McCourt School of Public Policy. during a panel on civic engagement, participation, and representation here in DC.
The Let Our Vows Endure Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 was officially passed by Council today! DC residents will soon be able to marry again despite the federal government shutdown! #putaringonit 💍 💜
October 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The Let Our Vows Endure Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 was officially passed by Council today! DC residents will soon be able to marry again despite the federal government shutdown! #putaringonit 💍 💜
Today I introduced the Let Our Vows Endure Emergency Amendment Act of 2025. The legislation will amend District law on an emergency and temporary basis to allow the Mayor to issue marriage licenses during a federal shutdown.
Council will vote on the bill tomorrow during our legislative meeting.
Council will vote on the bill tomorrow during our legislative meeting.
October 6, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Today I introduced the Let Our Vows Endure Emergency Amendment Act of 2025. The legislation will amend District law on an emergency and temporary basis to allow the Mayor to issue marriage licenses during a federal shutdown.
Council will vote on the bill tomorrow during our legislative meeting.
Council will vote on the bill tomorrow during our legislative meeting.
My October newsletter is live! In it I discuss the government shutdown and what’s at stake, the new Healthy DC plan, and share a list of resources for federal workers.
You can read my opening letter below and sign up to receive future updates here: www.christinahendersondc.com
You can read my opening letter below and sign up to receive future updates here: www.christinahendersondc.com
October 4, 2025 at 7:29 PM
My October newsletter is live! In it I discuss the government shutdown and what’s at stake, the new Healthy DC plan, and share a list of resources for federal workers.
You can read my opening letter below and sign up to receive future updates here: www.christinahendersondc.com
You can read my opening letter below and sign up to receive future updates here: www.christinahendersondc.com