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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

15 days

Today, the Council passed the Fiscal Year 25 Budget! This budget took weeks of collaboration and hard work and I'm pleased we were able to approve a budget that invests in the needs of neighbors in all 8 wards. Some of the investments I fought hard to include ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, I introduced the E-BIKE Act to reduce cost-barriers that prevent residents from purchasing an electric bike. This is an idea I heard from residents on our Ward 2 bike ride. Reductions in traffic congestion & pollution mean we all benefit from getting residents onto bikes.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, I introduced legislation to reduce excessive vehicle noise in the District. Noise pollution has serious impacts on our wellbeing and this legislation is a common sense way to limit this frustrating disruption.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

DC residents deserve to be safe & secure across the District. On Tuesday, the Council will vote on my Secure DC bill that will improve safety by increasing prevention, accountability, & government coordination. Passage of Secure DC will make clear: safety is prioritized in DC.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, all 13 Councilmembers joined together in sending a letter to Congressional leadership imploring them to stand up for the District’s right to self-government. We won't stand for Congress infringing on our autonomy. Read the whole letter here:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

A thriving Capitol One arena in the center of Downtown DC cannot be taken for granted. It is also vital for the economic recovery of our city. We must all stand together to ensure @MonSportsNet continue to call DC home.

Sports Illustrated

@SInow

1 year

Monumental Sports & Entertainment—the group that owns the Wizards and Capitals, as well as the Mystics—has reportedly spoken to governmental officials about potentially moving the two teams from Washington D.C. to Northern Virginia

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

Today, I announce my Secure DC Plan - an expansive package of laws, initiatives, and strategies to take urgent and targeted action to prevent and respond to the proliferation of crime and violence in the District. 🧵 (1/4)

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

DC residents deserve our immediate and urgent action to make the District safer and more secure. Today, I am sharing I am moving my Secure DC plan as one omnibus legislative package. Judiciary Committee will vote next Wednesday, January 17th.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

"'Decriminalizing fare evasion is a blunt instrument that has not only hurt Metro’s revenue, but has hampered law enforcement’s ability to keep all of us safe on public transportation,' Pinto said."

Metro CEO: DC’s fare evasion law needs changing - WTOP News

Metro CEO Randy Clarke joined WTOP’s Luke Garrett on the DMV Download podcast to talk about fare evasion and what should be done to keep passengers safe while keeping the transit system’s revenue in...

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Today, the Council passed my Secure DC Omnibus! My statement ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I'm proud that today our govt. leaders came together to take immediate action to address our public safety emergency. Thank you to my colleagues & @MayorBowser for supporting my bill, the Prioritizing Public Safety Amd. Act & acting urgently to make our city safer this summer.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, @CMCharlesAllen and I are moving to override the Mayor’s veto of the Revised Criminal Code Act. The veto threatens to unravel years of work and thorough study that has culminated in a criminal code that is more just, equitable, & clear -- making us all safer.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

The pervasive retail theft we're seeing is unacceptable-shelves are being emptied, employees & businesses are harmed, & residents are scared & frustrated. My Secure DC plan empowers @USAODC to bring more cases to prosecute retail theft & lower the threshold for felony theft.

Allison Papson

@AllisonPapson

6 months

Flyer posted on vacant DC store calls for shoplifters to 'unite'

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

E-Bikes are good for our environment, good for reducing traffic congestion, and good for our city. Learn more about my bill to make e-bikes more accessible and support our small businesses:

Proposed Bill Would Give D.C. Residents $400 Or More In Rebates For Electric Bikes

Half of the rebates would go to low-income residents.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, I intro’d a series of emergency bills to urgently address the crisis of crime & violence. 🧵 These measures are necessary to 1⃣Prevent repeat offenders from further harming & traumatizing our community 2⃣Hold perpetrators accountable 3⃣Protect and support victims

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

I'm moving an amendment to Secure DC to allow for the collection/analysis of DNA for those charged w/ violent crimes & sexual abuse misdemeanors. This will help close cases, ensure accuracy in prosecution & support survivors. I urge colleagues to support this common-sense tool.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

I will always stand as an ally with the Jewish community as we fight against antisemitism in all its forms. My statement on Washington City Paper's reckless and offensive comments.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Today, @MayorBowser signed my Secure DC bill into law -- a major turning point toward a safer and more secure DC. I will always fight for the safety and wellbeing of all our neighbors. Regardless of the neighborhood you live in, work in, or visit, everyone deserves to be safe.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

As DC experiences unacceptable rates of crime, it’s imperative we act to curb these trends. 🚨On Wed 11/29, I'm holding a hearing on @MayorBowser ’s ACT Now bill. I invite all to watch/testify as we work together to make a safer & more Secure DC. 🔗

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

Two people - who should still be with us today - were killed this week in collisions where drivers struck cyclists in Ward 2. I am devastated each time someone is killed on our streets. Our roads should be safe for everyone. 🧵

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Secure DC will make District residents safer and more secure. I'm thrilled that today, my Secure DC Omnibus bill passed out of the Judiciary Committee 5-0! Secure DC will be brought before the Committee of the Whole on 1/23. Learn more: 📺My remarks: ⬇️

Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

JPS Committee Mark-up: B25-345, Secure DC Omnibus Amd Act

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Today, District Government took decisive action to make our communities safer and more secure by passing my omnibus public safety bill, Secure DC. My statement ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

The Prioritizing Public Safety Amendment Act will make DC safer this summer. Crime and violence in our city is an emergency and we’re working together as a government to address it.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

Our @WashWizards and @Capitals are here to stay at home in DC at @CapitalOneArena ! Thank you to the many partners in this effort over the last several months. On behalf of District residents, we are thrilled to continue our partnership with @MSE . My full statement here:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I toured the DC Jail to hear directly from residents about what they need to be prepared to reenter society safely and productively. Increasing job training and education at the DC Jail will reduce recidivism – making us all safer.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

My amendment to allow for the collection/analysis of DNA for those charged w/ violent crimes & sexual abuse misdemeanors passed 10-3. This will help close cases, ensure accuracy in prosecution & support survivors.

Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

I'm moving an amendment to Secure DC to allow for the collection/analysis of DNA for those charged w/ violent crimes & sexual abuse misdemeanors. This will help close cases, ensure accuracy in prosecution & support survivors. I urge colleagues to support this common-sense tool.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I am deeply concerned by two budget proposals - defunding the K Street Transitway project & charging fees on rideshare trips in and out of our city center - that will hamper the recovery of Downtown. I am calling on my colleagues to find funding for fare-free buses elsewhere.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Yesterday, 10 people were shot in DC. The epidemic of gun violence in our city cannot be tolerated. As we enter budget season, I am working to invest in actionable solutions to keep our residents safe, hold perpetrators accountable, and end the cycle of trauma.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I’m glad @MayorBowser is focused on our urgent public safety needs. I'm committed to holding hearings on the Mayor’s bill ASAP - before summer recess. It is vitally important we move forward deliberately, expeditiously, & in a manner that brings the community into the process.

Washington Post Opinions

@PostOpinions

1 year

From the Editorial Board: These 8 proposals from Bowser would help D.C. fight violent crime

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

Across DC government, we stand united to keep our Monumental Sports teams and Capital One Arena in the District. We will keep fighting. My statement below:

Mayor Muriel Bowser

@MayorBowser

7 months

The modernization of the Capital One Arena will be an invaluable investment. With unanimous support from the DC Council, this proposal represents our commitment to keeping the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals where they belong – in Washington, DC.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Chinatown continues to suffer from violence & illegal activity and we must make this community safer. MPD will be employing new strategies and I am exploring changes to pre-trial detention for violent crimes. I also plan host a roundtable on safety in Chinatown this spring.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Tomorrow, the Council will vote on my Secure DC bill that will make meaningful, sustainable change in DC to prevent crime, ensure accountability, & improve gov coordination. District residents deserve the Council’s immediate action to stem the violence harming our communities.🧵

Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

My comprehensive Secure DC omnibus legislation will make DC safer by: ✅ Increasing prevention and ending cycles of violence ✅ Ensuring accountability for crime ✅ Improving government coordination and oversight Learn more about Secure DC at

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

Heartbreaking news of a major shooting early this AM in Shaw. Two victims were killed & several injured feet from Kennedy Rec Center where I’ve been calling for more interventions. Gun violence in DC cannot be tolerated anywhere. Share any info w/ @DCPoliceDept w/ info below.

DC Police Department

@DCPoliceDept

3 months

#Update Shooting Investigation: Executive Assistant Chief Jeffrey Carroll provides an update on the seven people shot early Sunday morning near the intersection of 7th and P St, NW. Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text 50411

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

We have no greater obligation than to provide for the safety and well being for the residents, businesses, and visitors of our city. The Council's passage of Secure DC is an important step for the government living up to that responsibility.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Tomorrow, the Council will be voting on my Prioritizing Public Safety Amendment Act. It is crucial that the Council passes this emergency bill so we can act immediately to make our communities safer. Learn more about the bill ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

Cannabis retailers are not & should not be permitted within 300ft of schools/rec centers. I intro'd an emergency bill to close a loop hole in the cannabis retailer licensing process and ask my colleagues to support. This is smart policy that supports students, families & biz.

Cuneyt Dil

@cuneytdil

3 months

D.C. Council to vote on whether to ban medical marijuana dispensaries from opening near schools, including two pending proposed shops

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

1/8 Today, I held a hearing on @MayorBowser ’s ACT Now bill. I'm grateful to the 80 public witnesses who testified & the District-wide focus on improving public safety. What’s clear: we all must move collectively to make DC more safe & secure. A few takeaways from today ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

We must empower people to be able to take & afford public transportation AND we must have consequences for fare evasion to promote safety & ensure full service. Today, I intro'd the Metro Safety Amendment Act to allow @wmata to better enforce civil penalties for fare evasion. 🧵

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

I'm enthusiastic to report that I'll be serving as the Chairwoman for the Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety for next Council period. I'm committed to improving public safety, government accountability, and emergency response preparedness. See my statement below:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Driving down violent crime requires all hands on deck with our local and federal partners to make our communities safer and more secure. I’m pleased @TheJusticeDept is increasing resources to investigate and prosecute violent crime and carjackings in DC.

U.S. Department of Justice

@TheJusticeDept

5 months

Justice Department Announces Surge of Resources to Fight Violent Crime in Washington, D.C.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Secure DC was informed by the needs, concerns, and ideas brought forward by thousands of residents and stakeholders during public safety walks in all eight wards, public hearings, and meetings. Full story by @WUSA9 's @deliangoncalves :

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

Today, @DCPoliceDept declared 3 drug-free zones in areas w/ high levels of drug-related crimes. The immediate implementation of Secure DC is working to ensure our communities can safely reclaim public spaces. I’ll be closely monitoring the DFZ implementation w/ Chief Smith.

FOX 5 DC

@fox5dc

3 months

DC police begin enforcing first wave of Drug Free Zones Thursday

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

I am so grateful for the hard work, passion, and dedication of my entire team to get Secure DC drafted, introduced, modified, negotiated, passed, and ultimately signed into law yesterday. I could not have done this without each of them. Thank you 🙏

Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Today, @MayorBowser signed my Secure DC bill into law -- a major turning point toward a safer and more secure DC. I will always fight for the safety and wellbeing of all our neighbors. Regardless of the neighborhood you live in, work in, or visit, everyone deserves to be safe.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

All DC residents deserve to be and feel safe in our communities – and Secure DC will bring safety to our communities by increasing prevention efforts, ensuring accountability, and improving government coordination.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Secure DC includes 100+ interventions that work in concert to prevent crime, ensure accountability for crime, & improve gov coordination. I want to answer some questions I've heard regarding some of its critical provisions: drug free zones, policing, gun penalties, DNA, masks ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

With my Secure DC omnibus signed into law, DC is moving in a safer & more secure direction. Thank you to the thousands of residents & partners who helped shape the bill so we can prevent crime, ensure accountability, & improve gov coordination. The future of DC is strong.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

10 months

We’re experiencing a crisis of crime & violence. That's why I intro'd a bill to create tools to hold offenders of serious crime accountable & protect victims, incl. making GPS records admissible to prove guilt & enhancing protections for seniors & victims of sexual abuse & DV 1/2

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

As the District tragically surpassed 200 homicides this year, we recognize the terrible pain so many families are experiencing. We all must come together - including all of our community & gov leaders - to prevent & reduce violence in the District. This is my top priority.

DC Police Department

@DCPoliceDept

9 months

Acting Chief Pamela A. Smith provides an update to the homicides that occurred in the Third and Seventh Districts.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, @MayorBowser and I called on my Council colleagues to reject two proposals that will undermine revitalization efforts Downtown: ❌Defunding the K Street Transitway ❌A surcharge on rideshares in & out of Downtown Compromising Downtown is compromising our city's future.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

DC residents know it's time to pass Secure DC to make our communities safer & more secure. Today, I had the chance to answer questions from colleagues on the bill as it moved through the Committee of the Whole. First vote on February 6th. See report⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Our police force must have the capacity to meet our urgent public safety needs. Addressing staffing & resource shortages at MPD is one of my priorities. I am glad to see Councilmember Gray intro leg on this important issue and look forward to diving deeper into his proposal.

Vince Gray

@VinceGrayWard7

1 year

Councilmember Gray introduced legislation to increase number of @DCPoliceDept officers. At present, MPD employs 3,386 officers. In 2013, the number was 4,010. The precipitous decrease of nearly 500 officers since 2018 has coincided w/ an increase in homicides not seen in 20 yrs.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I’m outraged & sickened by the shooting of 13 y/o Karon Blake. I've spoken to MPD Asst. Chief & will be following the investigation to ensure justice is served, although we can never bring back the life of this child. Gun has been recovered. My condolences to the Blake family.

Lindsay Watts

@LindsayAWatts

1 year

Karon Blake, 13, was shot & killed by a NE man who tells police he saw him breaking into cars early Sat. Tonight Karon’s school shared photos of him, describing him as a quiet & inquisitive 6th grader who loved football & fashion. Police have not yet id’d or charged shooter. 1/2

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

“I want to say to families, businesses, partners of the District: We hear you, and we know we need to do more to keep you safe.”

D.C. Council passes emergency public safety legislation

The council voted in favor of the measure 12-1, though its chairman suggested the mayor needed to do more herself to combat rising crime.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Today, the Council will hold its first of two votes on my Secure DC Omnibus that will make DC residents safer by increasing prevention, accountability, & government coordination. Tune in:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I've heard a lot of questions, concerns, & misinfo about the Revised Criminal Code Act, so I wanted to provide some more info. The RCCA brings our criminal code into the 21st century, advances equity and justice, and promotes public safety by ensuring that the law is clear.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

This is unacceptable & too many DC residents & visitors are victimized by the increase of carjackings this year. That’s why my Secure DC Plan expands the definition of carjacking to capture reality on the ground, assist USAO to prosecute these cases, & better protect residents.

Tom Sherwood

@tomsherwood

9 months

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-Tnx) carjacked tonight in DC SE. Expect the political blowback to be fierce. @WCP

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

With much of the national focus on security in downtown, we should remember that DC is home to thriving neighborhoods with diverse residents, local business owners, committed educators, and the most engaged residents in the country! 🇺🇸🏡🏫🏙 #Ward2 #WeAreDC #51for51

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

11 months

I am deeply concerned by the possibility of Commissioner Bishop being transferred out of DC. My team and I have been working over the past week and will continue working to prevent this transfer and ensure Commissioner Bishop can continue to represent his constituents. 1/3

Washington City Paper

@wcp

11 months

Leonard Bishop, the ANC representing the people in the D.C. Jail, says he will be transferred to a federal penitentiary in Kentucky on Wednesday, disqualifying him from his role as ANC. Commissioners serve two year terms. Bishop was sworn in January 12.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

I'm excited to share that I will be teaching a class called Law and Policy in the Capitol City at @GeorgetownLaw this January! Accordingly, I will be recusing myself from matters affecting Georgetown University until the end of the course. Statement here:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

Tonight I visited w/ neighbors in Ward 8 to discuss crime concerns. I’m so inspired by our hardworking & hopeful residents who work every day to make a difference. I will honor your experience as I fight to pass my Secure DC package. Everyone in DC deserves peace & security.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

In DC, we believe people are innocent until proven guilty & only hold people pre-trial if they are a flight risk or pose a danger to the community. The Prioritizing Public Safety Act brings the definition of "danger to the community" in line with reality on the ground.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

(1/4) As we continue to see violence across DC tonight, residents are understandably outraged — and worried. I am outraged and worried. This brazen gun violence cannot be tolerated anywhere. We must do more to keep all residents safe.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 years

Today, I sent the following letter to Chancellor Ferebee requesting greater transparency around the abrupt dismissal of Principal Trogisch from School Without Walls. We stand with our community in calling for more answers. (1/2)

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

The way we design our sidewalks, curbs, crosswalks, & intersections can save lives. Pedestrians deserve to #walkwithoutworry . Thank you to my colleague @BrianneKNadeau for your leadership. I’m happy to co-introduce this bill & look forward to seeing it quickly implemented. 🚶🏾‍♀️

Brianne K. Nadeau

@BrianneKNadeau

3 years

Today, I'm joined by 8 of my colleagues in introducing the Walk Without Worry Amendment Act. It has been a tragic month for deaths on our roads, following tragic years of stalled progress on Vision Zero. We need to ambitiously improve our toolkit and standards for safe streets:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Thank you @MayorBowser for your support and partnership in our critical mission to improve safety in the District. The Council will take its second and final vote on my Secure DC bill this Tuesday, March 5th.

Mayor Muriel Bowser

@MayorBowser

4 months

Secure DC is legislation that will: ✅Hold criminals accountable ✅Support MPD officers ✅Rebalance DC's public safety and justice ecosystem Learn more about this legislation and how you can help the Council pass a strong Secure DC ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 months

Secure DC ensures accountability for fare evasion to promote safety & service on Metro and bus routes by allowing @wmata to better enforce civil penalties for fare evasion. Learn more about WMATA’s program to help residents afford public transportation:

WMATA | Reduced Fare Programs

Metro news and service information for the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.

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Metro Forward

@wmata

4 months

Starting Monday, MTPD will be taking additional steps to address fare evasion in the District following the passage of the Secure DC Bill. Paying your fare on Metrorail and Metrobus isn’t just a good idea - it’s the law. #wmata

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

DNA analysis is a critical tool to close cases, increase accuracy, prevent recidivism, & support victims. We must include this in Secure DC, particularly for sexual assault & rape survivors--these cases are hard to prove & often committed multiple times.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

I'm committed to DCHA reforms that improve habitability for residents, fairness & transparency in contracting, and efficiency of operations to make more units available. The proposed emergency bill won't enact necessary changes to achieve these goals and I'll be voting against it

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

As we expand bike lanes, this bill is crucial to ensuring as many residents as possible can benefit. Thank you @BrianneKNadeau @CMRobertWhiteDC @CMLewisGeorgeW4 @CMFrumin @VinceGrayWard7 @CMCharlesAllen for co-introducing the E-Bike Act.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

Monumental Sports owns this space & decided not to renew McD’s lease. New use should be announced soon. But, it’s important to ensure that our residents & biz in Chinatown feel safe & can operate w/o risk of incident. It's why I just visited w/ MPD to improve safety plans here.

Penn Quarter Living

@pqliving

2 years

The Chinatown McD's on 7th St NW is closed for good. In last 6 months saw multiple (a) drug deals happening inside & (b) front door glass shatterings. Staff behind counter couldn't do much w/out security staff. Feel for them. Crime & operating environment matter. @CMBrookePinto

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

My Secure DC public safety omnibus bill will go before the Council for its 2nd vote on Tuesday, 3/5. A testament to the value of skilled local reporting, check out @jennygathright 's thorough and digestible overview of Secure DC's 100+ interventions:

Your questions about the massive D.C. crime bill, answered

The omnibus bill, called “Secure DC,” is expected to pass its second and final vote before the D.C. Council in early March.

wamu.org

Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

My comprehensive Secure DC omnibus legislation will make DC safer by: ✅ Increasing prevention and ending cycles of violence ✅ Ensuring accountability for crime ✅ Improving government coordination and oversight Learn more about Secure DC at

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

My statement on the terrorist attacks on Israel:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

My comprehensive Secure DC Plan builds on legislation I intro’d and passed at the Council, and includes new targeted and thoughtful interventions that address all aspects of public safety. Learn more about the key components of Secure DC ⬇️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

Today, I am introducing legislation to name 3 roads in Washington, DC in honor of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the honorable Congressman John Lewis, and journalist Jamal Khashoggi. (1/2)

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

Can’t wait. See you tomorrow!

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

We must provide our police with the staffing needed to meet our urgent public safety needs. As Chairwoman of the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety, I will be ensuring MPD’s budget provides for adequate hiring, training, retention, and supports for officers.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

Filling the judicial vacancies on our courts is fundamental to our urgent need to improve public safety in the District. Today, I sent a letter, joined by all my colleagues, to the US Senate, asking them to take urgent action to fill critical judicial vacancies on our DC Courts.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Anyone who commits an act of violence must be held accountable. Being tried in our juvenile justice system does not and should not mean that there's no accountability. Check out my full interview with @CFloresNewson on what accountability looks like for young people ⬇️

Christian Flores

@CFloresNews

1 year

"Regardless of your age, you need to be held accountable..." Tonight on @7NewsDC at 11 I ask D.C. Councilmember @brookepintodc if council is considering dropping the minimum age to charge a juvenile as an adult for serious crimes, as well as discuss juvenile justice as a whole:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

4 months

Our @WMATA & transit workers make sure DC residents, workers, and visitors are able to safely and efficiently navigate our wonderful city. Our laws must protect their important service to DC, which is why Secure DC enhances penalties for violent crimes committed against them.

ATU Local 689

@ATULocal689

4 months

Tonight we want to thank @councilofdc and @CMBrookePinto for passage of increased penalties for assaulting transit workers within the Secure D.C. omnibus. Too many of our members have faced violence on the job. This measure is a major victory for transit workers and riders!

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, I introduced legislation to replace all lead pipes in DC – at no cost to homeowners – by 2030. Lead pipes are dangerous to health and well-being & it’s time we take action to replace them. This bill lays out a plan for doing so that is equitable, attainable, & urgent.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

5 months

Today at 11am, the Judiciary Committee will vote on my Secure DC Omnibus, a comprehensive package of solutions we need to pass to make DC residents safer and more secure. 🔗 Markup info: 🔗Read more on Secure DC:

Brooke Pinto, DC Council Ward 2

Brooke is focused on ensuring that the law — both as written and as enforced — is fair for everyone. She is the first woman to hold this seat and the youngest DC Councilmember in history.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

DC residents deserve our immediate and urgent action to make the District safer and more secure. Today, I am sharing I am moving my Secure DC plan as one omnibus legislative package. Judiciary Committee will vote next Wednesday, January 17th.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

As many first responders should live in DC as possible – they'll be better able to do their jobs when they are integrated in the communities they serve. This bill will improve safety responses by making it easier & more affordable for officers & firefighters to live in DC.

Martin Austermühle

@maustermuhle

1 year

. @VinceGrayWard7 , @trayonwhite , and @CMBrookePinto have co-introduced a bill that would exempt the salaries of D.C. police and firefighters from local income taxes. Gray has proposed the idea in the past, but it never moved forward:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

🚨🚴🏽‍♀️ 9th street two-way protected bike lane has been approved! This is one of the priorities highlighted during our Ward 2 community bike ride last month. Thank you @MayorBowser and @DDOTDCDirector for moving forward so bikers can connect through Shaw & Downtown safely. 🚴🏽‍♀️🚨

Jordan Pascale

@JWPascale

3 years

More reporting to do, but here's the first draft:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

My comprehensive Secure DC omnibus legislation will make DC safer by: ✅ Increasing prevention and ending cycles of violence ✅ Ensuring accountability for crime ✅ Improving government coordination and oversight Learn more about Secure DC at

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

[1/11] 🧵 Following our Ward 2 Community Safety Bike Ride, I’ve made several requests of @DDOTDCDirector to help make Ward 2 safer for pedestrians, bikers & drivers as we complete many exciting infrastructure projects in Ward 2 this year. See the latest updates below❗️👇

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

6 months

We just wrapped the Council's truancy hearing. I am deeply concerned. 40% of our students are missing over 3.5 weeks of school a year. Our kids need to know that we care about them and that their future depends on them going to school and learning. Thoughts below 🧵👇

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Schools must be safe for students, teachers, & staff. I joined @trayonwhite to co-intro a bill to keep school resource officers (SROs) in schools. Alongside teachers, counselors, & mental health pros, trained & trauma-informed SROs are important members of school communities.

Post Local

@postlocal

1 year

D.C. Council voted police out of schools. Increased crime prompts a proposal to keep them.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

We can't wait any longer to fully fund Vision Zero. We need to build protected bike lanes, improve signaling & street safety, address outdated parking permits, hold reckless drivers responsible, and reduce speeds. Join me for the Transportation hearing:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

This morning, I asked @USAttyGraves to join the Council breakfast meeting to discuss @USAO_DC ’s work to hold offenders of crime accountable and how factors like evidence, drug testing, and discretion play a role in prosecution rates. 1/2 Tune in:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

11 months

I am focused on the many interventions we need to combat the emergency of violence in our communities. Part of that effort is attracting & retaining officers, which is why I funded 100% of the dollars asked for by MPD this year to build up the Department & deploy more resources.

7News DC

@7NewsDC

11 months

Rising crime and fewer police officers. But what is DC doing to help close that gap? 7News is On Your Side working to get that answer.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

I would like to thank @CMLewisGeorgeW4 for offering an amendment today to ensure that every DC public school will have funding for a librarian. As we move students back into the classroom and address a year of learning loss, this is a critical step that I am proud to support.📚🎓

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

I am sending my support to my colleagues @ChmnMendelson & @charlesallen who are testifying before Congress. As misinformation & dishonest attacks are thrown around, we stand together as local leaders on the same page: DC residents deserve a government that is accountable to them.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

Today, my resolution passed to rename Swann St in honor of William Dorsey Swann, a pioneering drag activist & the 1st “Queen of Drag”. As anti-drag & anti-trans bills across the US aim to erase & criminalize queer & trans identities, in DC we take a firm stand against hatred.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

Washington DC should be the best place to do business in the region. My bill — the BEST Act — was marked up and had its first vote today to encourage entrepreneurship and lower costs and regulation. 1/7

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

‼️ATTENTION Bikers & Safe Streets advocates‼️In light of recent events, I invite you to join me for Ward 2's Community Safety Bike Ride🚴this Saturday 4/24 at 12pm. Join us as we bike across Ward 2 & hold listening sessions on bike/traffic safety. 💻RSVP:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

1 year

As Chairwoman of the Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety, I will host a public hearing on @MayorBowser ’s Safer, Stronger DC bill on June 27. Public safety affects all of us and I want to hear from you. Sign up to testify at (202) 724-8058 or judiciary @dccouncil .gov.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

[3/11] I also renewed my request for @DDOTDC to install a protected bike lane on Mass Ave — which many noted on our Ward 2 community bike ride is one of the scariest roadways for bikers in the city. 🚴‍♀️ 🚴 🚴‍♂️

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

9 months

As Chair of the Comm. On Judiciary & Public Safety, I will be conducting public safety walks in each Ward with Ward CMs and representatives from public safety agencies. I invite you to join me to share your neighborhood-specific needs. RSVP:

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

3 years

We need to instill confidence for our businesses & residents by instituting common sense measures for reopening our city. As vaccination rates go up & infection rates go down, the time to loosen restrictions is now. That’s why @CM_McDuffie & I sent this letter to @MayorBowser .

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

2 years

Freedom of the press is fundamental to our democracy & safeguarding human rights around the world. With the passage of my bill, "Jamal Khashoggi Way" will now be a reminder of Mr. Khashoggi's courage to all who visit the Saudi Embassy. Looking forward to the ceremony on 6/15.

DAWN MENA

@DAWNmenaorg

2 years

In one week, join the ceremony to name the streets of the Saudi Embassy “Khashoggi Way”, as a reminder of Jamal’s heinous murder by the Saudi State with involvement of high-level officials. Hear from prominent policymakers, activists, and friends of Jamal.

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Councilmember Brooke Pinto

@CMBrookePinto

7 months

My Secure DC Plan will help us prove carjacking cases, improve GPS monitoring, and ensure that gun violence will be treated seriously under the law. Thank you @USAttyGraves for your partnership. Folks have asked for the @USAO_DC PowerPoint - find it here:

Eric Flack

@EricFlackTV

7 months

NEW: @USAO_DC Matthew Graves meets with DC Councilmembers for 2+ hours about gaps in gun prosecution laws which are putting offenders back on the street, driving violence. His office supports @CMBrookePinto 's ACTIVE Act, part of "Secure DC" plan. @wusa9

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