[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 215 (Friday, December 19, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1240]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING SHERIFF ROSIE CORDERO-STUTZ
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HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Friday, December 19, 2025
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th district of the
great State of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor Sheriff
Rosie Cordero-Stutz on making history as Miami-Dade County's first
female sheriff. On January 7, 2025, Sheriff Rosie assumed this historic
role as the Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD) transitioned back into
a Sheriff's Office for the first time in nearly 60 years.
Sheriff Rosie is a trailblazer and dedicated public servant with over
28 years of exemplary service in law enforcement. Her steadfast
commitment to protecting and serving the people of Miami-Dade County
has earned her the respect and admiration of her peers and the
community alike. Rising through the ranks from police officer to
assistant director, she has gained a profound understanding of the
unique needs and challenges facing her community.
Throughout her distinguished career, Sheriff Rosie has served in a
wide range of assignments, including uniform patrol, special
investigations, Media Relations Bureau, Robbery Bureau, Homicide
Bureau, Professional Compliance Bureau, and Economic Crimes Bureau. Her
extensive experience in police operations, investigations, supervision,
and administration has prepared her to lead with confidence and
integrity.
In 2020, Sheriff Rosie was promoted to Police Division Chief of the
North Operations Division, where she oversaw the administration and
management of multiple districts, including the Intracoastal,
Northside, Northwest, and Midwest Districts, as well as the Town of
Miami Lakes. In 2022, she was promoted to Assistant Director of Support
Services, where she managed Communications, Central Records, Personnel
Management, and Cyber Crimes Bureaus. In 2024, she supervised
Investigative Services, including the Criminal Investigations,
Government Affairs, and Forensic Services Divisions. Sheriff Rosie also
led Police Services, which included North and South Operations
Divisions, the Airport and Seaport Operations Bureaus, three
contractual cities, and the Special Patrol Bureau, serving as acting
Assistant Director.
Sheriff Rosie's leadership is defined by her unwavering commitment to
safety, security, and community trust. Her top priorities as sheriff
are to ensure the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office operates with the highest
standards of ethics, professionalism, and respect. By maintaining
order, protecting residents, and enforcing laws impartially, she is
dedicated to making Miami-Dade County a safe and prosperous place for
residents and visitors alike.
Sheriff Rosie holds a Master's Degree in Public Administration from
Florida International University and a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal
Justice from Marist College. She is a graduate of the Executive
Leadership Program, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National
Academy (session 265), the Florida Police Chiefs STARS program, the
Police Executive Leadership Institute (PELI), and the FBI National
Executive Institute for Leadership (Session 46). Additionally, she
serves as the current President of the Florida Chapter of the FBI
National Academy Associates, the largest alumni chapter in the world.
Mr. Speaker, Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz's groundbreaking appointment
is an inspiration to future generations of law enforcement leaders. Her
trailblazing leadership, dedication to public safety, and commitment to
serving with integrity are truly commendable. I ask my colleagues to
join me in honoring Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz for her remarkable
achievements and invaluable contributions to Miami-Dade County.
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