- Record: Extensions of Remarks
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: House
- Date: July 22, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida, I rise today to commend the late Mrs. Lottie Mitchell Hines, a dedicated community activist, successful entrepreneur, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. I include in the Record the following proclamation:
Whereas, Mrs. Hines worked tirelessly to improve living
conditions and provide quality and affordable housing for
residents of Miami's Liberty City;
Whereas, Mrs. Hines was a staunch supporter of the
democratic process and worked to ensure that South Floridians
exercised their right to vote;
Whereas, Mrs. Hines invested in Miami's Liberty City and
Overtown communities by opening businesses numerous
businesses over the years that included a taxicab service, a
restaurant, grocery store and the Model City Diagnostic
Center;
Whereas, Mrs. Hines volunteered with numerous organizations
and served on countless neighborhood and housing improvement
boards; 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,
commend the late Mrs. Lottie Mitchell Hines for her
dedication and commitment to improving the quality of life
all South Floridians.