Frederica Wilson

Years in Office

14

Bills Sponsored

167

Bills Co-Sponsored

3695

Committees

2

Frederica Wilson Biography

Frederica Wilson began her career as an educator and principal, advocating for children and families in Miami. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Florida’s 24th Congressional District in 2010, she focuses on education, racial justice, and disaster recovery. Wilson founded the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, a mentoring initiative for at-risk youth, and has served on the House Education and Labor Committee. She is known for her outspoken leadership, working to secure resources and champion equity for her constituents.

Education

M.S., University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
(1972)
B.S. in Elementary Education, Fisk University, Nashville, TN
(1963)
Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters, Florida Memorial University and Bethune-Cookman University

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2011-Present)

Representing Florida's 24th district

Member, Florida House of Representatives

(1998–2002)

(Minority Whip)

Member, Florida Senate

(2002–10)

(Democratic Whip, 2002–04 / Minority Leader pro tempore,

Member, Miami-Dade County School Board

(1992–98)

Assistant Principal, Skyway Elementary School (principal

(1980–92)

)

Executive Director, Office of Alternative Education and Dropout Prevention, Miami-Dade County Schools

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Frederica Wilson's congressional service.

Founding the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project

Established a mentorship program for at-risk boys to improve graduation rates and reduce youth violence in South Florida.

Advocating for Haiti Earthquake Relief

Secured federal support and resources for Haitian communities in the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake.

Improving Railroad Crossing Safety

Sponsored legislation to increase funding for safety upgrades at railroad crossings to prevent accidents.

Securing Funding for HBCUs

Helped obtain increased federal funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Florida.

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