RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI MAYOR ANDRE D. PIERRE

On 2026-07-14, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI MAYOR ANDRE D. PIERRE" in the House.

RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI MAYOR ANDRE D. PIERRE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E681] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI MAYOR ANDRE D. PIERRE ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 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 Mayor of the City of North Miami, Andre D. Pierre. Mayor Pierre is a celebrated Haitian American who has received numerous commendations for his leadership, his vision and his contributions to education and the economic growth of the city, the fourth largest in Miami-Dade County and home to more than 60 thousand residents. He is also known for work with Haitian immigrants and being on the forefront of immigration reform. Since he was elected Mayor, in 2009, the City of North Miami has received four national awards: The All-American City, Playful City 2012, Playful City 2013, and the National Medal for Museum and Library Services. The Mayor's support of local businesses and recruitment of new restaurants, a major drug store, a large-chain grocery store and a museum, have contributed greatly to economic health of the City of North Miami. Mayor Pierre's focus on education has resulted in hundreds of scholarships being awarded to hardworking and deserving students seeking to further their education and young adults pursuing a career in law enforcement. Without these scholarships, many students and young adults in the city might not otherwise have the means or opportunity to further their education and pursue careers. Mayor Pierre is credited with the establishment of the North Miami Education Foundation, Incorporated, which provides scholarships through Take Stock in Children, the North Miami Adult Education Center, the Florida International University First Generation Scholarship and the North Miami Memorial Scholarship. Please join me in honoring City of North Miami Mayor, Andre C. Pierre, for his commitment, dedication and service to his constituents, and his community. ____________________