Councilmember Robert White is an At-Large Member of the Council of the District of Columbia. A proud native Washingtonian, Robert works each day to build a city that is diverse, compassionate, and inclusive so all residents have an opportunity to thrive.
His legislative agenda focuses on providing all of our city’s residents full access to the foundations of economic progress—education, affordable housing, and jobs—and to the foundations of democracy—voting rights and equal treatment under the law.
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In his role on the Council, Robert brings a strong commitment to equity and social justice to public service, working to ensure that all Washingtonians get an opportunity to thrive. His legislative agenda focuses on providing citizens access to the foundations of economic progress—education, affordable housing, and jobs—and to the foundations of democracy—voting rights and equal treatment under the law.
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DC Council Passes Legislation to Restore Homeownership for River East at Grandview Families
Washington, D.C. — Today, the Council of the District of Columbia passed the River East at Grandview Homeownership Relief & Restoration Act (B26-0545), delivering long-overdue relief to families displaced from unsafe homes and restoring a pathway back to homeownership. Introduced by Councilmember Robert
Councilmember Robert White Calls for Council Action to Restore Homeownership for Displaced River East Families
Washington, D.C. — Ahead of today’s legislative meeting, Robert White is calling for passage of the River East at Grandview Homeownership Relief & Restoration Act (B26-0545), legislation designed to restore homeownership opportunities for families displaced by unsafe housing conditions in Ward
Restoring Homeownership for River East at Grandview Families
Dear Neighbor, I want to speak directly to you about an issue that gets to the heart of fairness, stability, and opportunity in our city. The River East at Grandview Homeownership Relief & Restoration Act (B26-0545) is about restoring what was
Councilmember Robert White Opposes Permanent Curfew Expansion
WASHINGTON, DC — During today’s legislative meeting, Councilmember Robert White addressed ongoing concerns about public safety, youth gatherings, and the District’s approach to enforcement and prevention. Residents across Navy Yard, the Wharf, U Street, Chinatown, and neighborhoods throughout the District have raised real concerns. People