PR26-0612

Violence Fatality Review Committee Dr. Joseph Richardson Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Introduced·3/23/26
Tion Text

Resolution to confirm Dr. Joseph Richardson's reappointment to the DC Violence Fatality Review Committee.

The resolution confirms Dr. Joseph Richardson's reappointment as a member of the District of Columbia Violence Fatality Review Committee. Dr. Richardson, a professor at the University of Maryland, specializes in violence and trauma among Black males, incarceration's impact on health, and parenting strategies for low-income Black boys. He has extensive experience in violence intervention programs and has published numerous studies on gun violence and its effects on communities. The resolution highlights his qualifications and contributions to violence prevention and research.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 3

Council

Notice of Intent to Act on PR26-0612 Published in the DC Register

Mar 31

Council

Referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Mar 23

Council

Introduced in Office of the Secretary