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RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE

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On 2026-05-11, Representative John Garamendi (D-CA-8) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 79 (Monday, May 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 79 (Monday, May 11, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E425] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE ______ HON. JOHN GARAMENDI of california in the house of representatives Monday, May 11, 2026 Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the 60th Comptroller Squadron at Travis Air Force Base and to congratulate the team at Travis for being named the Comptroller Squadron of the Year by Air Mobility Command. These honors reflect the exceptional professionalism, innovation, and dedication of the men and women at Travis who support the financial readiness of our Airmen and the broader mission of the United States Air Force. The 60th Comptroller Squadron (60 CPTS) has demonstrated unparalleled financial stewardship in service to our Nation, managing a $1 billion payroll for 16,000 personnel and overseeing a $500 million budget in support of a 1-Star Command. Their work underpins the only Air Mobility Command installation executing all four of its primary mission sets, enabling 32,000 missions across eleven Combatant Commands. The Squadron's leadership has fostered a culture defined by integrity, respect, and excellence. This commitment is reflected in the highest Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey ratings in the wing and in achieving a 100 percent civilian position fill rate. The 60 CPTS has also distinguished itself as a pioneer in workforce development and personnel processing. It established the first official SkillBridge location within an Air Force Comptroller Squadron, created a Palace Acquire Program, and acquired off-network laptops to digitize in- processing and reintegration, eliminating paper delays and significantly reducing member wait times. These initiatives strengthen the future of the Air Force financial management enterprise and set new benchmarks for efficiency. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the men and women of the 60th Comptroller Squadron for their extraordinary accomplishments, their unwavering dedication to mission readiness, and their profound contributions to the strength of the United States Armed Forces. Their innovation, leadership, and commitment to excellence bring great credit upon themselves, the United States Air Force, and our Nation. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 79 (Monday, May 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 79 (Monday, May 11, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E425] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE 60TH COMPTROLLER SQUADRON AT TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE ______ HON. JOHN GARAMENDI of california in the house of representatives Monday, May 11, 2026 Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the 60th Comptroller Squadron at Travis Air Force Base and to congratulate the team at Travis for being named the Comptroller Squadron of the Year by Air Mobility Command. These honors reflect the exceptional professionalism, innovation, and dedication of the men and women at Travis who support the financial readiness of our Airmen and the broader mission of the United States Air Force. The 60th Comptroller Squadron (60 CPTS) has demonstrated unparalleled financial stewardship in service to our Nation, managing a $1 billion payroll for 16,000 personnel and overseeing a $500 million budget in support of a 1-Star Command. Their work underpins the only Air Mobility Command installation executing all four of its primary mission sets, enabling 32,000 missions across eleven Combatant Commands. The Squadron's leadership has fostered a culture defined by integrity, respect, and excellence. This commitment is reflected in the highest Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey ratings in the wing and in achieving a 100 percent civilian position fill rate. The 60 CPTS has also distinguished itself as a pioneer in workforce development and personnel processing. It established the first official SkillBridge location within an Air Force Comptroller Squadron, created a Palace Acquire Program, and acquired off-network laptops to digitize in- processing and reintegration, eliminating paper delays and significantly reducing member wait times. These initiatives strengthen the future of the Air Force financial management enterprise and set new benchmarks for efficiency. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the men and women of the 60th Comptroller Squadron for their extraordinary accomplishments, their unwavering dedication to mission readiness, and their profound contributions to the strength of the United States Armed Forces. Their innovation, leadership, and commitment to excellence bring great credit upon themselves, the United States Air Force, and our Nation. ____________________