[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E642]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING MASTER DEPUTY MARA EVERSON AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN 
                 CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 30, 2026

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Master Deputy Mara Everson as 
a Distinguished Leader in Central Florida for LGBTQ+ Pride Month. 
Master Deputy Mara Everson is an Air Force veteran and dedicated public 
safety professional whose career reflects an unwavering commitment to 
service, leadership, and community engagement. She holds a Master of 
Science in Homeland Security and is both a certified Crime Prevention 
Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Practitioner and Crime Prevention 
Practitioner.
  Throughout her law enforcement career, Master Deputy Everson has 
served in a variety of roles dedicated to protecting and supporting her 
community. As a detective in the Criminal Investigations Unit, she 
specialized in domestic violence, child abuse, and missing persons 
cases, demonstrating exceptional compassion, professionalism, and 
dedication while assisting victims and their families during some of 
their most difficult times.
  Master Deputy Everson also serves as an LGBTQ liaison and safe place 
coordinator, fostering trust and collaboration between law enforcement 
and the LGBTQ community. Through outreach, advocacy, and education, she 
has worked to create safe, inclusive environments and strengthen 
relationships between community members and public safety 
professionals.
  Master Deputy Everson's distinguished military service, professional 
achievements, and commitment to crime prevention have made a lasting 
impact on the communities she serves. Her leadership, integrity, and 
dedication to public service exemplify the highest ideals of 
citizenship and reflect great credit upon herself, her profession, and 
the state of Florida.

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