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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHONORING URLA KING AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR
CARIBBEAN HERITAGE MONTH
HON. DARREN SOTO
of florida
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Urla King as a Distinguished Leader in Central Florida for Caribbean Heritage Month. Mrs. Urla King is a dedicated dental healthcare professional and community leader whose career in dental hygiene spans more than three decades. A licensed dental hygienist since 1990, she currently serves as a registered dental hygienist with Davenport Dental Associates, where she is recognized for her commitment to excellence in patient care and oral health education.
Mrs. King began her professional training by earning a Diploma in Dental Nursing from the Dental Auxiliary School in Kingston, Jamaica. She later completed the Advanced Dental Nurses Program in Wellington, New Zealand, and earned her dental hygiene credentials from New York City Technical College.
Throughout her career, Mrs. King has remained committed to serving underserved populations. She has volunteered her professional skills to provide preventive dental care and oral health education to communities throughout Central Florida, including areas within Florida's 9th Congressional District, as well as in Guyana and Zambia. Her efforts have helped improve access to healthcare and promote community wellness.
Since 1994, Mrs. King has been an active member of the Caribbean and Floridian Association, Inc. (CAFA). She has served in several leadership roles, including treasurer and
chairperson of the Medical Committee. Through these positions, she has helped organize health fairs, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives that have benefited families across Central Florida.
Mrs. King also serves on the Board of Directors of Solid Rock Community Church in Kissimmee, Florida, where she supports outreach ministries and programs that strengthen and uplift local communities.
A devoted wife, mother of two, and grandmother of three, Mrs. King is known for her compassion, leadership, and dedication to service. Through her professional achievements and longstanding commitment to community outreach, she continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families throughout Florida.