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Housing Committee Performance Oversight Schedule 2025
Each year the Council holds oversight hearings to do a deep dive and ensure DC agencies are doing their jobs effectively and meeting residents’ needs. I urge you to testify at one of the Housing Committee’s upcoming oversight hearings this year! Sharing your feedback and personal experience interacting with DC agencies is vital and will […]
Reflecting on Progress and Challenges: My First Council Period as Chair of the DC Council Housing Committee
As I conclude my first Council period as chair of the DC Council’s Housing Committee, I’m proud of the strides we’ve made in addressing housing challenges for our residents, while not shying away from the reality that there is so much more that needs to be done. When I took on this responsibility in January […]
Statement from Councilmember Robert White on the Shooting of Three MPD Officers
Early this morning, three Metropolitan Police Department officers were shot while courageously responding to a dangerous situation. I am deeply relieved to hear that they are in stable condition, and I am praying for their full and swift recovery. My heart is with these officers and their families as they face this incredibly difficult time. […]
At-Large Councilmember Robert White’s Remarks At Swearing-In For His Third Term
January 2, 2025 Full Text of Councilmember White’s Remarks:Good morning, D.C.! I give thanks to Almighty God, from whom all my blessings flow. To my wife, Christy— You are patient, wise, and beautiful. You are magic. To my daughters, Madison and Monroe— thank you for keeping me humble and loved. To my family and my […]
Statement From Councilmember Robert White on Congress Passing RFK Stadium Bill
I’m excited that the RFK campus land is finally being preserved for DC. This gives us the opportunity to revitalize blighted land and turn it into something that truly benefits the people of our city. My focus is making sure this project works for all Washingtonians by addressing critical issues like our dire need for […]
Councilmember Robert White Statement on the Allegations Against Councilmember Trayon White
“The criminal allegations against Councilmember Trayon White are disturbing and disheartening. This news is tragic for the constituents of Ward 8. As councilmember at large, I serve the residents of Ward 8 and I will work with the rest of the Council and the Bowser administration to fill any gaps moving forward. Now more than […]
Councilmember Robert White statement on the District meeting its goal of building 36,000 homes by 2025
“Today, the Mayor announced that the District has met its goal from 2019 of producing 36,000 new units of housing by 2025. This is an important milestone, met with our consistent investments in housing. But we still have work to do. The administration didn’t meet its goal of distributing new housing evenly across wards or […]
Statement: Councilmember Robert White on DCHA’s Three-Year Recovery Plan
I’m glad to see the Three-Year Recovery Plan from the DC Housing Authority (DCHA). This is a positive step for residents in DC’s voucher programs and public housing. I appreciate Director Pettigrew being clear-eyed about how DCHA’s organizational failures have harmed residents, and his commitment to restoring lost trust. As DCHA continues working on the […]
Housing Committee Budget Update
Today the Housing Committee voted unanimously to pass our revised budget out of the committee. I’m proud to share what we accomplished with you, below. Thank you to everyone who testified in front of the committee and made your budget priorities heard! As you’ll remember, this budget year looked bleak — with the mayor proposing deep cuts to programs for […]