trusted and highly capable executive leader. During his tenure, he
oversaw the reassignment of engineers and technical personnel to
establish two new divisions, strengthening organizational capability
and increasing government engineering capacity by 15 percent. Over the
course of his leadership, he simultaneously served in multiple
demanding roles, including deputy director, fire support division
chief, head of special projects, and oversight of critical business
management functions, reflecting the confidence his superiors and
colleagues consistently placed in his leadership.
  Following his distinguished government career, Mr. Gosnell continued
his service to the defense community through his leadership at COLSA
Corporation. As chief executive officer, he has overseen one of the
most successful periods in the company's history. Under his guidance,
COLSA achieved record growth, generating more than $400 million in new
revenue during 2024 and 2025 alone. Despite significant industry-wide
challenges resulting from Federal contract reviews and reductions in
professional services spending, COLSA remained resilient and well-
positioned for continued success. Mr. Gosnell fostered a culture of
collaboration, accountability, and open communication, empowering
leaders throughout the organization to contribute ideas and pursue
innovative solutions. He strengthened strategic partnerships across the
Huntsville and Eglin defense communities, resulting in increased prime
contract awards and valuable teaming opportunities. Recognizing the
importance of disciplined growth, he established rigorous business
development processes that enhanced corporate performance and
maintained a strong pipeline of future opportunities. He also helped
position COLSA at the forefront of emerging technologies by leading the
company's expansion into uncrewed systems, assembling highly skilled
teams and helping bring innovative commercial drone technologies to
market. Throughout his tenure, he remained steadfastly focused on long-
term growth while ensuring that every decision reflected the four
values established by COLSA's founder, Dr. Frank J. Collazo: teamwork,
integrity, people, and customer satisfaction.
  Mr. Gosnell's career has been defined by innovation and forward-
thinking leadership. He played a pivotal role in advancing the use of
game-based technologies for military training and recruiting, helping
bring to life the groundbreaking America's Army program, which reached
more than 10 million registered users and became one of the most widely
recognized online military engagement tools in the world. His vision in
leveraging emerging technology helped modernize how the Army
communicates with and inspires future generations of servicemembers.
  His contributions to cyber security and systems engineering have
likewise left a lasting mark. Mr. Gosnell was instrumental in
developing Software Engineering Directorate capabilities to secure
critical operational and training systems against evolving cyber
threats, strengthening the Army's information assurance posture during
a period of rapidly increasing digital risk. He also played a central
role in expanding systems integration laboratory concepts to aviation
platforms, enabling improved interoperability, enhanced testing, and
significant cost savings across multiple Army airframes, including the
AH-64 Apache, UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook, and other mission-
critical platforms.
  Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Gosnell consistently
demonstrated an unwavering commitment to strengthening America's
defense capabilities while fostering technical excellence within
government and industry alike. His work in missile defense systems
testing, aviation interoperability, cyber security, business
leadership, and organizational development has had an enduring impact,
directly supporting the readiness of our armed forces and the strength
of Alabama's defense industrial base.
  I am pleased to join my colleagues and the citizens of Alabama in
expressing our sincere gratitude to Mr. Barry Gosnell for his
extraordinary leadership, innovation, and faithful service to the U.S.
Army, the defense community, and our Nation. His career stands as a
testament to excellence in public service, principled leadership, and a
steadfast commitment to those he serves. Mr. Gosnell is truly an
outstanding American.

                TRIBUTE TO MAJOR GENERAL THOMAS O'CONNOR

 Mrs. BRITT. Mr. President, I am honored to recognize the
extraordinary service of MG Thomas O'Connor on his retirement from the
U.S. Army after more than three decades of distinguished service to our
Nation.
  Major General O'Connor has devoted his life to the defense of our
country and has served with integrity, professionalism, and bravery.
Since he commissioned from the U.S. Military Academy in 1994, Major
General O'Connor has led a multitude of operational assignments, from
commanding cavalry troops during the height of the Global War on Terror
to being a key driver of modernization in Army aviation. Alabama, our
Nation, and our entire globe are safer and more secure thanks to the
discipline, dedication, and heroism of Major General O'Connor.
  Over the course of his exceptional career, Major General O'Connor has
held key leadership positions at every level of command, including
company command at Fort Hood, command of the 2d Squadron, 6th Cavalry
in Afghanistan, and leadership of the Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st
Armored Division at Fort Bliss. He has served abroad on numerous
deployments with the 101st Airborne Division and the 25th Infantry
Division, including historic Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation
Enduring Freedom, and Operation Atlantic Resolve. He has earned an
exemplary reputation as a steadfast and skilled combat leader, and his
experiences have provided him with a profound understanding of the
needs of the American warfighter. His extensive tactical leadership,
unwavering devotion to his fellow soldiers, and unique gift for combat
strategy represent the absolute best that the U.S. Army has to offer.
  While Major General O'Connor has played a pivotal role in
strengthening military readiness, maximizing operational effectiveness,
and prioritizing modernization abroad, his leadership at home is
equally impressive. As commanding general of the U.S. Army Aviation and
Missile Command at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, he played a
pivotal role in strengthening our aviation and missile lethality around
the globe. Additionally, as deputy commander of the U.S. Army Aviation
Center of Excellence, located at Fort Rucker, Major General O'Connor
further strengthened the future of Army aviation. Most recently, in his
role as the Director of Force Development for the Office of the Deputy
Chief of Staff, Major General O'Connor has transformed the Army's
modernization efforts. His leadership has directly ensured that
American forces remained prepared, capable, and ready to respond to
emerging global threats.
  Major General O'Connor's career exemplifies the highest standards and
values of the U.S. Army: courage, vision, rigor, and a commitment to
duty. His service has strengthened our military, safeguarded our
national security, and inspired countless soldiers who served alongside
him.
  I wish to extend my deep gratitude to MG Thomas O'Connor for his
lifetime of highly respected and faithful service to the U.S. Army. On
behalf of a grateful nation, I thank him and his entire family for
their sacrifices and wish them the best as they enter into this new
season of life. His legacy of courage and commitment will endure for
generations to come.

    TRIBUTE TO DASHAUN BROWN, RYAN GILLESPIE, AND GIUSEPPE MARTURANO

 Mr. TILLIS. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Dashaun
Brown, Ryan Gillespie, and Giuseppe Marturano for their heroic actions
on May 21, 2026. While playing soccer on Wrightsville Beach, NC, Mr.
Brown, Mr. Gillespie, and Mr. Marturano heard cries for help. As Mr.
Marturano called 911, Mr. Brown and Mr. Gillespie ran into the water to
rescue Nicole Woods and her nephew.
  As the current continued to pull Ms. Woods and her nephew farther out
to sea, Mr. Brown and Mr. Gillespie fought through rough surf and
reached them. Ms. Woods was able to push her nephew toward the two men,
and within minutes, first responders arrived and