Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-07-22
COMMENDING THE MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED
Frederica S. Wilson
DFL-24 · Representative
Gun Policy
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On 2026-07-22, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "COMMENDING THE MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED" in the House.
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COMMENDING THE MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E726] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] COMMENDING THE MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated host of the 64th Southern Province Council. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated has been a leader in service to the community, advocating for youth, providing scholarships and sponsoring cultural, educational and civic projects; Whereas, the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated is devoted to improving the outcomes and clear pathways to success for disadvantaged youth and African-American boys, by maintaining active roles with programs such as the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project and the Big Time Boys organization, an acronym for Black Individuals Giving Time Investing Money and Effort to Better Our Young Society; Whereas, the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated has partnered with elected officials and Farm Share to provide food for struggling individuals and families and holds its Annual Senior Thanksgiving Dinner to feed seniors at assisted living facilities; Whereas, the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated works diligently to educate women about breast cancer and heart disease through its Women's Breast Health Initiative, which provides free mammograms for uninsured women; Whereas, the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated is tackling subjects such as Profiling, Gun Control, ``Stand Your Ground'' Legislation, Conflict Resolution, and Effectively Dealing with Police Encounters to educate its members and our youth to make a difference in the wake of the death of Trayvon Martin; 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, recognize and commend the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated for its unwavering service, commitment and dedication to the growth and prosperity our community. ____________________