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HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

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On 2026-06-15, Representative Harold Rogers (R-KY-5) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION" in the House.

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HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E578-E579] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION ______ HON. HAROLD ROGERS of kentucky in the house of representatives Monday, June 15, 2026 Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Special Agent Grant R. Blevins of Kentucky upon his retirement from the Federal Bureau of Investigation after more than two decades of distinguished service to our Nation. Special Agent Blevins began his FBI career on June 11, 2006, when he was assigned to the Honolulu Field Office in Hawaii and served as a member of HIDTA-Hawaii and the FBI SWAT Team. His early assignments demonstrated a commitment to excellence, courage, and professionalism that would define an impressive career. From Hawaii, to New Jersey, West Virginia, and Kentucky, Special Agent Blevins has investigated a broad range of complex criminal matters and organized crime, become an FBI Firearms Instructor, and overseen highly sensitive operations, vital to the U.S. Department of Defense. His service also extended overseas. In 2017, Special Agent Blevins served as an Assistant Legal Attache at the United States Embassy in Bucharest, where he worked on international corruption investigations and strengthened cooperation with foreign law enforcement partners. In 2018, he was selected as the Senior Supervisory Special Resident Agent for London and Pikeville in southeastern Kentucky. He oversaw FBI operations across 23 counties and served as Commander of the Southeastern Kentucky FBI Drug Task Force under Appalachia-HIDTA, directing collaborative efforts among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and violent crime. Throughout every assignment, he exemplified integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to justice. Before joining the FBI, Grant Blevins honorably served five years in the United States Marine Corps as an Infantry Officer. He completed two combat deployments to Iraq, serving as a Recon Platoon Commander during the 2003 Ground Invasion and later with the Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. His military service laid the foundation for a career dedicated to protecting the American people and defending our Nation's interests. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Grant is a devoted husband to his wife, Gloria, [[Page E579]] and a proud father of four daughters. Together, they have navigated the many moves and sacrifices that accompany a life of service. On behalf of this great Nation, I salute Special Agent Blevins for his remarkable service to the United States Marine Corps, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the people of the United States. His career stands as a testament to duty, honor, and selfless service. I congratulate him on his retirement and wish him and his family continued happiness, health, and success in the years ahead. ____________________

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HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E578-E579] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING SPECIAL AGENT GRANT R. BLEVINS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION ______ HON. HAROLD ROGERS of kentucky in the house of representatives Monday, June 15, 2026 Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Special Agent Grant R. Blevins of Kentucky upon his retirement from the Federal Bureau of Investigation after more than two decades of distinguished service to our Nation. Special Agent Blevins began his FBI career on June 11, 2006, when he was assigned to the Honolulu Field Office in Hawaii and served as a member of HIDTA-Hawaii and the FBI SWAT Team. His early assignments demonstrated a commitment to excellence, courage, and professionalism that would define an impressive career. From Hawaii, to New Jersey, West Virginia, and Kentucky, Special Agent Blevins has investigated a broad range of complex criminal matters and organized crime, become an FBI Firearms Instructor, and overseen highly sensitive operations, vital to the U.S. Department of Defense. His service also extended overseas. In 2017, Special Agent Blevins served as an Assistant Legal Attache at the United States Embassy in Bucharest, where he worked on international corruption investigations and strengthened cooperation with foreign law enforcement partners. In 2018, he was selected as the Senior Supervisory Special Resident Agent for London and Pikeville in southeastern Kentucky. He oversaw FBI operations across 23 counties and served as Commander of the Southeastern Kentucky FBI Drug Task Force under Appalachia-HIDTA, directing collaborative efforts among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and violent crime. Throughout every assignment, he exemplified integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to justice. Before joining the FBI, Grant Blevins honorably served five years in the United States Marine Corps as an Infantry Officer. He completed two combat deployments to Iraq, serving as a Recon Platoon Commander during the 2003 Ground Invasion and later with the Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. His military service laid the foundation for a career dedicated to protecting the American people and defending our Nation's interests. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Grant is a devoted husband to his wife, Gloria, [[Page E579]] and a proud father of four daughters. Together, they have navigated the many moves and sacrifices that accompany a life of service. On behalf of this great Nation, I salute Special Agent Blevins for his remarkable service to the United States Marine Corps, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the people of the United States. His career stands as a testament to duty, honor, and selfless service. I congratulate him on his retirement and wish him and his family continued happiness, health, and success in the years ahead. ____________________