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RECOGNIZING DANIEL REESE GRIME, USMC
Gregory F. Murphy (Republican, NC) \u2014 2022-8-30

. Madam , I rise today to honor the life of Mr. Daniel Reese Grime. Mr. Grime was born on March 31, 1930, and graduated high school in Monaca, Pennsylvania, where he lettered in football and worked at the St. Joe Minerals Corporation steel mill. prgtoken Mr. Grime enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1952, where he went through basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and completed the Sea School course at Norfolk Naval Base in Portsmouth, VA. It was at Norfolk Naval Base where Mr. Grime prepared for his duty aboard the USS New Jersey. He was soon promoted to Corporal and given the task to man the 16" and 5" guns aboard the prestigious battleship BB-62. While aboard the USS New Jersey, Mr. Grime was a part of one of the most famous battleships involved in the Korean War. The USS New Jersey took part in numerous engagements providing Naval gunfire support, which played a crucial role in disrupting enemy supply lines. prgtoken Mr. Grime would spend a total of six years in the Marines, including several years in the Marine Corps Reserves. Mr. Grime would go on to marry his loving wife, Janet, who he met while on leave in Washington, D.C. Together they raised four children. Mr. Grime would eventually return to work at the St. Joe Minerals Corporation steel mill and served as a volunteer fireman and as a volunteer at his local school system. He passed away on June 3, 2022, as a proud Marine and proud citizen of the United States. prgtoken Madam , please join me today in remembering the life and memory of Mr. Daniel Reese Grime and all he has done for our beloved country.
NE NATIONAL GUARD 170TH GROUP PARTNERSHIP
Don Bacon (Republican, NE) \u2014 2022-8-30

. Madam , I rise to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the formal partnership between the United States Air Force's 55th Wing and the Nebraska Air National Guard's 170th Group at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. The anniversary occurred on the 3rd of June this year and was the first of its kind as the oldest association between the Air National Guard and an Active Duty combat-coded Air Force Wing. prgtoken The first unit member of the 170th Group was now-retired Air Force Air National Guard Major General Rick Evans who arrived at Offutt Air Force Base on June 3, 2002, to set up and command what was initially Detachment 1 of the Nebraska Air National Guard. Later, the 170th Group was formed to expand the mission capabilities of Detachment 1 into two squadrons: the 238th Combat Training Squadron which provided combat aircrew training support for the 55th Wing, and the 170th Operations Support Squadron which provided vital support to 55th Wing missions in the areas of weapons and tactics, intelligence, base operations, weather, and aviation resource management. prgtoken The extraordinary 20-year partnership between the 170th Group and the 55th Wing has enabled and sustained combat and sensitive reconnaissance operations supporting the war on terror and other national missions around the globe. Today, the 170th Group is preparing to expand its mission yet again with two additional squadrons that will expand its aircraft maintenance and intelligence support capabilities. prgtoken I am truly honored as a former 55th Wing Commander to have witnessed firsthand the operational impacts of the 170th Group. These outstanding Airmen ensure the daily success of the 55th Wing's demanding global mission and are recognized across the Air Force community for their leadership in forging a world-class Active Duty and Reserve component partnership. prgtoken I salute the visionary leadership of those who designed the 170th Group over 20 years ago and all those who have served in its units to the present day. Congratulations on 20 years of success and the many more to come.
RECOGNIZING THOMPSON FALLS LOCAL AREA DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COORDINATOR, LARK CHADWICK
Matthew M. Rosendale, Sr. (Republican, MT) \u2014 2022-8-30

. Madam , I rise to recognize Ms. Lark Chadwick, for her remarkable contributions to her community as Coordinator of the Disabled American Veterans Volunteer Transportation Network in Thompson Falls, Sanders County, MT. prgtoken With many veterans in her own family and an extensive background teaching in the arts, in 2008 Ms. Chadwick offered up her skills in art, planning, and computers to expand her Local Area DAV VTN's operations, public relations, new logo, and driver handbook outline. prgtoken In 2009, Ms. Chadwick took over the task of coordinating this chapter. As coordinator, she takes calls from veterans and books transports to their VA-approved medical appointments, calls volunteers to drive those transports, manages the vans, and reports monthly to the DAV Hospital Service Coordinator. prgtoken Over the course of fourteen years, Ms. Chadwick has successfully coordinated approximately 4,200 rides for 240 veterans. While consistently managing a 12 person team, Ms. Chadwick has also willingly sefefeifabove and beyond by volunteering her time as a driver, and thus far has driven over approximately 30,000 miles to ensure that veterans are receiving the care they require. prgtoken I also want to recognize Ms. Chadwick's tireless efforts to recruit more volunteer drivers to meet the needs of our veteran neighbors. Along with others in Sanders County, Ms. Chadwick helped establish Sanders County Veterans Transportation--a group dedicated to fundraising for the purchase and replacement of DAV Vans serving Sanders County. Through successful fundraising efforts from Ms. Chadwick and local residents, the Sanders County DAV van fleet now has three vans. prgtoken Ms. Chadwick's service to Montana doesn't end with her DAV coordinating work. With a heart ready to protect the foundational concepts of freedom and our Constitution, in 2009 she also formed the Thompson Falls TEA Party, became involved with the Sanders County Central Committee, and established the Montana Committee to Protect the Constitution. prgtoken Ultimately, I want to commend and thank Ms. Chadwick for her selflessness and outstanding service to our veterans in Thompson Falls, Sanders County, Montana.
RECOGNIZING THE COMMUNITY OF ODESSA AND MIDLAND, TEXAS AND ITS MEDICAL LEADERSHIP ON THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY OF THE AUGUST 31, 2019 MASS SHOOTING
August Pfluger (Republican, TX) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , I rise today to honor the victims of the August 31, 2019 mass shooting event in Odessa and Midland, Texas, recognize the citizens of these communities, and thank the EMS and other first responders, hospitals, emergency rooms and trauma centers, as well as city leadership. I commend the preparedness of those who were flooded with casualties, and wish to emphasize the importance of medical leadership and preparedness throughout the United States. prgtoken Medical and law enforcement throughout the area were propelled into action during this shooting event, including city EMS medical director Dr. Sudip Bose, Incident Commander Chief Rodd Huber; Odessa Fire Rescue Chief John Alvarez; Medical Center Hospital CEO Russell Tippin; the men and women of the Odessa Police Department and the city's SWAT team; Texas Highway Patrol officers; Midland Police; trauma teams, first responders, nurses, administrators, citizens, and so many unnamed others throughout the area who provided aid where and when they could. prgtoken The seven victims include 15-year-old Leilah Hernandez, 40-year-old Joseph Griffith, 29-year-old Mary Granados, 25-year-old Edwin Peregrino, 57-year-old Rodolfo Julio Arco, 30-year-old Kameron Karltess Brown, 35-year-old Raul Garcia. 25 others were injured, including three police officers. prgtoken Every city needs to formulate a preparedness and response plan for a mass casualty event. prgtoken Medical leadership is paramount. prgtoken A multiagency team, created years in advance, was the driving force behind getting a plan in place before the Odessa-Midland area shooting took place. This team was medically led by Dr. Sudip Bose, an emergency physician double board certified in emergency medicine and EMS (disaster medicine). After the horrific event, he used his expertise as a former front-line Army medical officer who treated casualties in the battle of Fallujah, Iraq to address world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly on how to keep cities safe before and after medical disasters. prgtoken Given the risks to all involved, it is imperative that communities and first responders make rational risk/reward decisions about when and how to handle an active shooter and provide medical care to victims during and after an event. This kind of action does not happen without prior preparation and practice. prgtoken I am proud to know the preparedness for this kind of event is a priority in the Odessa-Midland area, and I am proud to represent the citizens, police and medical respondents who handled those innocently caught in the field of fire of the perpetrator. We must continue to champion preparedness training and ensure our medical leaders are equipped with the tools they need to address any situation that comes through their door.
IN HONOR OF TRINITY REGIONAL PROJECT OFFICE OF THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Michael C. Burgess (Republican, TX) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , I rise today to honor the tremendous contributions of The Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) serving the Fort Worth District of Texas. The USACE provides flood risk management to the Dallas metro area, stores water for the City of Dallas, and manages the recreation and natural resources around lake Lewisville including the Lewisville dam. My staff and I recently had the opportunity to tour the lake and see firsthand the improvements and preservation work the USACE has done to ensure the safety of the residents of the Dallas metro area. prgtoken I would like to recognize the USACE participants who facilitated my team's site visit: Col. Jonathan S. Stover--District Commander, U.S. Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Matt Hays--Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Eric Verwers--Deputy District Engineer for Programs and Project Management, Fort Worth District Tim MacAllister--Chief of Operations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Joyce McDonald--Chief of Operations and Regulatory, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Southwestern Division James Murphy--Operations Project Manager, Trinity Region, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Rob Jordan--Lewisville/Ray Roberts Lakes Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Justin Berndt--Deputy Operations Project Manager, Trinity Region, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Nick Wilson--Lead Ranger, Lewisville Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Tom Gresback--Director, Intergovernmental Affairs & Strategic Communications, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth Shari Brandt--Resident Engineer, Construction Branch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Shawn Messick--Project Engineer, Construction Branch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Stacy Gray--Program Manager, Program and Project Management Division--Civil Branch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Tony Mendolia--Project Manager, Program and Project Management Division--Civil Branch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Matt Lindquist--Project Manager, Program and Project Management Division--Civil Branch, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Trevor Welsh--Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District Chandler Sanford--Park Ranger, Lewisville/Ray Roberts Lakes Dax Hall--Park Ranger, Lewisville/Ray Roberts Lakes Grayson Gregory--Park Ranger, Lewisville/Ray Roberts Lakes Gabriel Torres--Civil Engineering Technician, Lewisville/ Ray Roberts Lakes Christopher Vaughan--Maintenance Worker, Lewisville/Ray Roberts Lakes Sallie Wilson--Admin Support Specialist,
REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF JERRY CLAYTON
Trent Kelly (Republican, MS) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , I rise today to honor the life of Jerry Clayton. Jerry was born on August 28, 1938, in the Mount Vernon community of Lee County to Robert Curtis and Dewdrop Raper Clayton. He graduated from Belden High School and attended Itawamba Junior College (IJC) and Florence State (UNA) on basketball scholarships. While at IJC he met Tula Ann Senter and they were later married. After earning a degree from Mississippi State, he began teaching History and coaching basketball at Milam Jr. High School in Tupelo. Little did he know then that his heart for teaching would be a driving force throughout his life. Coaching took him to Tupelo High School where his 1968 Golden Wave basketball team won the state championship. He cherished his relationship with his students and players and remained concerned about them through the years, often being invited to their class reunions. prgtoken In 1968, Jerry left the school system to become Chancery Clerk of Lee County, an office he served for twenty years. He was active in the Mississippi Chancery Clerks Association and often helped new clerks learn office operations. While in office he was appointed Youth Court Referee. There his experience with abused and neglected boys revealed a need for a safe place to house and nurture these young men. This became his mission and with support of the Lee County Board of Supervisors, Jerry founded the Alpha House, where for the next forty years, boys found a mentor whose goal was to give them a new way of life with confidence to set a goal and reach it. He wanted them to be so successful that they would become taxpayers instead of tax recipients. Many of those young men who lived there often came back to see and thank him. prgtoken Wherever his careers took him, Jerry remained dedicated to his family. He taught his two sons to love the outdoors, and they hunted and fished together and loved all things MSU. His terrific sense of humor made for many stories of their adventures. All the while his example taught them to care for those less fortunate. Jerry was a member of the original Elvis Presley Memorial Foundation Board, a Mason, and served on the board of the North Mississippi Medical Center. In 2014 he was named Tupelo's Outstanding Citizen. Jerry is survived by his wife of sixty-four years Tula, his sons Clay (Lisa) and Matt (Donna), his grandchildren Jacob Washington (Rachel), Davis Clayton (Kelsey), Grace McClay Clayton, Carter Clayton (Anna Grace), Walker Clayton and Anna Kees Clayton and four great grandchildren: Knox, Graham, Eve and Stella. He is also survived by his nephews Brad and Robbie Clayton. prgtoken He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Joe Clayton.
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF JEAN McDERMOTT
Christopher H. Smith (Republican, NJ) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , today Jean M. McDermott would have turned 94. The ``adored wife, awesome mother, successful executive assistant and cherished prgtoken friend,'' died earlier this year on April 1, and now is rejoicing in Heaven with our Lord and her husband, Jack, who predeceased her and, we are sure, received her with wide open arms. prgtoken At Jean's funeral Mass on April 9th, her two children John and Mary gave heartwarming, moving eulogies. I share them today to remember Jean on her birthday through the words of her two ``favorite accomplishments.'' The statement of John J. McDermott, III. The statement of Mary McDermott Noonan. ``Jeanne'' McDermott: a woman of unwavering guiding principles. by John J. McDermott, III I have recently had the distinct pleasure to speak at 2 very special, though different, ceremonies: My daughter, Tara's wedding to Sean; and My Mother, Jeanne's heavenly reunion with my Father, Jack, her sweetheart of 70 years. JEANNE'S FAITH and GUIDING PRINCIPLES. Jeanne Margaret McDermott was a woman of strong faith and unwavering guiding principles. And like Jack, Jeanne was a dedicated practicing Catholic, who was devoted to Mary, the Blessed Mother. Notably, my sister, Mary, was named after the Blessed Mother, having been born, not coincidentally according to Jeanne, on December 8th, the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception. And at various times, Jeanne regularly attended Mass at: Mary Mother of God in Hillsborough, NJ; Queen of Apostles in Alexandria, VA; and Immaculate Conception in Mauch Chunk, PA. And for good measure, her grandson, Johnny, has spent more than half of his life at Notre Dame, the Irish Catholic University of Our Lady. Known as a first-class communicator, one of Jeanne's guiding principles was that: ``Do one more version, as you can always improve your communication.'' I am sure that this is why, with Jeanne looking over my shoulder from up above, I have continued to edit these remarks right up until game time. Another guiding principle for Jeanne was her intolerance for anything but the whole truth, agreeing with Judge Judy, that: ``If you tell the truth, you don't need a good memory.''
RECOGNIZING EDWARD AND BRENDA BREITMEYER FOR THEIR INDUCTION INTO THE MICHIGAN FARMERS HALL OF FAME
Jack Bergman (Republican, MI) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , it is my honor to recognize Edward and Brenda Breitmeyer for their induction into the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame. Through their dedicated service, contributions to their community, and steadfast commitment to the education, research, and promotion of agriculture, Edward and Brenda have become an indispensable part of Northern Michigan. prgtoken The Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame was created to promote excellence in farming and recognize those in Michigan who have made an extraordinary impact on the industry and their communities. None are more deserving of this honor than Edward and Brenda. Throughout nearly 50 years of farming and ranching, Edward has served on several State and national farm boards. As a member of the Michigan Corn Growers Association, he coordinated meetings to educate local farmers and traveled to Lansing and Washington, D.C. to promote the interests of corn farmers. While participating in the Corn Marketing Program of Michigan, he was involved in activities to promote research and innovation in corn farming. He is also a member of the National Corn Growers Association, where he has co-chaired two teams--Membership Communications and Export Utilization. Edward should take immense pride in his service on the U.S. Grains Council. In this capacity, he was a member of two advisory teams--Communications and Value Added. In his long and successful career, Edward has tackled the challenges of an ever-evolving industry head-on and proven himself to be a leader in Michigan's agricultural sector. prgtoken In addition to their work for Michigan's agricultural industry, Edward and Brenda have a long history of serving their community through their work in Buckley area schools, the Grand Traverse Conservation District, the Grant Township Planning Commission, the Grant Township Board of Appeals, and Redeemer Lutheran Church of Interlochen. As charter members, Edward and Brenda have helped build two churches, and they regularly volunteer at the food pantry, Bible study, and Sunday school services. prgtoken Agriculture is the second-largest sector of Michigan's economy, and fanning serves a vital role for the people and communities of Northern Michigan. With today's ever-changing world, the work of industry and community leaders like Edward and Brenda has been critical in shaping Michigan's agricultural industry to the success story it is today. Their impact on the people of Michigan cannot be overstated. prgtoken Madam , it's my honor to congratulate Edward and Brenda Breitmeyer for their induction into the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame. Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the First District is home to such dedicated leaders. On behalf of my constituents, I wish Edward and Brenda all the best in their future endeavors.
RECOGNIZING PROTEUS
David G. Valadao (Republican, CA) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , I rise today to honor the work of Proteus, an essential non-profit organization in the Central Valley, as they celebrate their 55th anniversary. prgtoken In the 1960s, the Tulare County Community Action Agency formed Proteus Adult Training to address rampant poverty among farmworkers and impoverished adults--primarily through literacy programs. In 1972, Proteus would be incorporated as an independent non-profit organization and continue its core mission to provide education, job training, and support services that empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. prgtoken In 1978, Proteus began expanding outside of Tulare County and started to address poverty throughout the Central Valley. In 1994, Proteus opened its first vocational school, offering Shipping and Receiving classes. They received their accreditation in 1995 and have been expanding their classes into areas such as Truck Driving, Forklift Training, and Energy Career Training. Today, Proteus also offers academic courses such as Adult Basic Education and English as Second Language through its William M. Maguy School of Education. prgtoken Throughout its 55 years of work, Proteus has repeatedly demonstrated its ability to improve the lives of the disenfranchised through its local, regional, and national partnerships with governments, other non- profit organizations, and corporations. With 30 different locations throughout Tulare, Kern, Fresno, and Kings counties, as well as in East Los Angeles, Proteus continues to lift people out of poverty and put the less fortunate on a pathway to financial stability. prgtoken I ask all of my colleagues in the House of Representatives to join me in honoring Proteus as it celebrates its 55-year anniversary.
HONORING LYNNE EGAN
Matthew M. Rosendale, Sr. (Republican, MT) \u2014 2022-9-2

. Madam , I rise today to recognize the life of Lynne Egan, a great Montanan who recently passed away. prgtoken Serving as the Montana Deputy Securities Commissioner for thirteen years and a Montana state employee for twenty-eight years, Ms. Egan was a relentless advocate for all Montana investors throughout her career, especially in the arena of investor education, and prgtoken dedicated her public service to combatting fraud wherever it might be found. prgtoken Ms. Egan brought her wonderful sense of humor, infectious can-do attitude, and pride in a job well done to the many initiatives she brought forth both at home and across the Nation. prgtoken Notably, one of Ms. Egan's initiatives was working with the Montana Legislature to establish the Securities Restitution Assistance Fund to help investors who had lost everything recoup a portion of what they had lost. Since its inception, this fund has returned over $7 million to Montana investors. prgtoken Ms. Egan embodied the highest ideals of public service in the State of Montana as she used her gifts to combat financial fraud and elder exploitation--issues that continue to harm Americans, costing the citizenry over $5.8 billion per year. prgtoken Ms. Egan's selfless commitment to serving Montanans will always be a defining pillar of her legacy.