HONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH

On 2026-07-20, Representative Lisa C. McClain (R-MI-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH" in the House.

HONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E707-E708] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH ______ HON. LISA C. McCLAIN of michigan in the house of representatives Monday, July 20, 2026 Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Captain Marisol Cantu Zammit for her honorable service in the United States Marine Corps and her continued dedication to her family and community. It is my privilege to honor her as our July 2026 Veteran of the Month. Captain Zammit was born at Camp Pendleton, California, and later moved to Texas following her father's retirement from the United States Marine Corps. In 1999, Captain Zammit was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps after successfully completing the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program at Rice University. She attended The Basic School in [[Page E708]] Quantico, Virginia, before completing her training as a Public Affairs Officer at the Defense Information School in Fort Meade, Maryland. Captain Zammit began her military career as a Public Affairs Officer with the 2nd Marine Division. During her service, she deployed to Camp Fuji, Japan, where she covered Marine Corps training exercises throughout the region. In 2003, she deployed with the 2nd Service Support Group to Camp Fox, Kuwait, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The following year, she deployed to Cartagena, Colombia, in support of the Commandant's Conference of the Americas. Throughout her military service, Captain Zammit demonstrated professionalism, leadership, and dedication to the mission. Her service was recognized with the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, and a Letter of Appreciation. Captain Zammit concluded her active-duty military service in 2005 and transitioned her spirit of service from the Marine Corps to her family and community. Using her Post-9/11 GI Bill, she earned a Master of Arts in Management while dedicating herself to raising her four children alongside her husband. As her children grew, Captain Zammit became a constant presence in their schools, volunteering with elementary, middle, and high school cross-country and track teams. She also serves as a lector at Our Lady on the River Catholic Church. Whether cheering on student-athletes, supporting school activities, or serving her parish, she has continued to demonstrate the same dedication to others that defined her military service. Today, Captain Zammit and her family live in China Township, where they enjoy kayaking, hiking, running, volunteering, exploring the outdoors, and hosting local cross-country and track teams in their home. Her unwavering commitment to family, faith, and service continues to exemplify the values she upheld throughout her military career. Mr. Speaker, Captain Zammit's commitment to service has remained steadfast long after her military career. Through her dedication to her Nation, family, faith, and community, she continues to exemplify the values of leadership, selflessness, and service. It is my great honor to recognize her service and accomplishments by naming her our July 2026 Veteran of the Month. ____________________