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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextRECOGNIZING COMMISSIONER HAZELLE P. ROGERS IN HONOR OF WOMEN'S HISTORY
MONTH
HON. SHEILA CHERFILUS-McCORMICK
of florida
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Mrs. CHERFILUS-McCORMICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Commissioner Hazelle P. Rogers in Honor of Women's History Month. I include in the Record the following proclamation:
Whereas, Hazelle P. Rogers has dedicated her life to public
service, leadership, and community advocacy, serving as a
Democratic member of the Broward County Commission, former
Mayor of Lauderdale Lakes, and as a member of the Florida
House of Representatives; and
Whereas, born in Kingston, Jamaica, and immigrating to New
York City as a teenager, Commissioner Rogers has demonstrated
remarkable perseverance, earning her education and advancing
through roles of increasing responsibility while remaining
committed to uplifting her community; and
Whereas, Commissioner Rogers served on the Lauderdale Lakes
City Commission beginning in 1996, championing initiatives
that improved the quality of life for residents, and later
represented the 94th and 95th Districts in the Florida House
of Representatives, advocating for legislation to support
education, property rights, and community development; and
Whereas, since her election to the Broward County
Commission on August 23, 2022, Commissioner Rogers has
continued to exemplify leadership and dedication, bringing
her wealth of experience to address the needs of Broward
County residents and striving to ensure equitable and
inclusive governance; and
Whereas, Commissioner Rogers has been a mentor and advocate
for women and young leaders, inspiring others through her
example of integrity, resilience, and service, and fostering
opportunities for the next generation of public servants; and
Whereas, throughout her career, Commissioner Rogers has
been a trailblazer for women in government, inspiring others
through her unwavering commitment, integrity, and advocacy
for public service and civic engagement; and therefore, be it
Resolved, That we, Florida's 20th Congressional District,
proudly recognize and honor Commissioner Hazelle P. Rogers
during Women's History Month for her exemplary leadership,
dedication to public service, and tireless efforts to improve
the lives of her constituents, serving as a role model and
inspiration for women and future leaders in Broward County
and beyond.