[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E707]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    COMMENDING MRS. MARIA H. ARENAS

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 20, 2026

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the 
great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor the late 
Mrs. Maria H. Arenas, beloved educator, wife and mother who passed away 
on June 21, 2013. I include in the Record the following proclamation in 
her honor:

       Whereas, Mrs. Arenas was an enthusiastic educator and 
     administrator in the Miami-Dade County Public School system 
     for over thirty years until her retirement in summer of 2006;
       Whereas, Mrs. Arenas was a lifelong devotee to the pursuit 
     of knowledge, earning her high school degree from Miami 
     Northwestern High School in 1965, a Bachelor of Science 
     degree in Speech and Theater Arts from Florida Agricultural 
     and Mechanical University, a Master of Science degree in 
     Educational Curriculum, and had, at the time of her passing, 
     completed all of the required coursework toward earning a 
     Doctoral degree in Education;
       Whereas, Mrs. Arenas travelled extensively around the world 
     and allowed others to share her experiences through social 
     media websites;
       Whereas, Mrs. Arenas was a vibrant member of the Red 
     Hatters and numerous other civic and social organizations; 
     and now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. 
     Wilson, a member of the United States House of 
     Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District 
     of Florida, commend Mrs. Maria H. Arenas for her years of 
     service and dedication to Miami-Dade County Public Schools 
     her community, and to her family.

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