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HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS

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On 2026-02-25, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered the environment, housing.

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HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E163] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS _____ HON. RICHARD HUDSON of north carolina in the house of representatives Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Stephen R. Wilkins upon his retirement after more than 43 years of exemplary service to our Nation. His career spans over three decades in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard and more than 16 years with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 (VISN 6). Throughout his time at the VA, Mr. Wilkins played an integral role in shaping how the network communicates, collaborates, and serves. As Deputy Director and Congressional Liaison for VISN 6 Strategic Communications, he helped guide complex initiatives across the region while strengthening coordination between federal, state, and community partners. His steady leadership and commitment to service ensured that veterans and their families remained at the center of every effort. In fact, he was often the first call my staff would make when helping constituents navigate the VA bureaucracy, and each time, he helped us deliver results for the people of North Carolina. Renee and I extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Wilkins for his years of dedicated service to our country and to VISN 6. I know I speak for our entire community in wishing him continued success and happiness as he embarks on his next chapter. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in honoring Mr. Stephen R. Wilkins on his retirement and thanking him for his distinguished service to our Nation. ____________________

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HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E163] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING STEPHEN R. WILKINS _____ HON. RICHARD HUDSON of north carolina in the house of representatives Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Stephen R. Wilkins upon his retirement after more than 43 years of exemplary service to our Nation. His career spans over three decades in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard and more than 16 years with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 (VISN 6). Throughout his time at the VA, Mr. Wilkins played an integral role in shaping how the network communicates, collaborates, and serves. As Deputy Director and Congressional Liaison for VISN 6 Strategic Communications, he helped guide complex initiatives across the region while strengthening coordination between federal, state, and community partners. His steady leadership and commitment to service ensured that veterans and their families remained at the center of every effort. In fact, he was often the first call my staff would make when helping constituents navigate the VA bureaucracy, and each time, he helped us deliver results for the people of North Carolina. Renee and I extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Wilkins for his years of dedicated service to our country and to VISN 6. I know I speak for our entire community in wishing him continued success and happiness as he embarks on his next chapter. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in honoring Mr. Stephen R. Wilkins on his retirement and thanking him for his distinguished service to our Nation. ____________________