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

On 2026-06-30, Representative Darren Soto (D-FL-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MASTER DEPUTY MARA EVERSON AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH" in the House.

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

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [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 ______ 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. ____________________