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COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY

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On 2026-04-28, Representative Nicholas A. Langworthy (R-NY-23) delivered a floor speech titled "COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY" in the House. The speech addressed the environment and also covered defense, veterans affairs.

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COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E380] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY _____ HON. NICHOLAS A. LANGWORTHY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Mr. LANGWORTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the service of our brave men and women for Armed Forces Day, May 16, 2026. Armed Forces Day is a 76-year tradition to thank all of those who are currently serving, as well as those who have served and sacrificed to defend our freedom. As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America, it is my privilege to recognize the contributions our active military members continue to make to our great Nation. Freedom was never free, and the men and women who stand up with valor and courage must always be held in the highest regard. As we speak, the Western New York Armed Forces Committee is preparing to recognize fourteen service members at its 63rd Military Ball, and it is my honor to include in the Record their names as a tribute to their service, and the service of their brothers and sisters in arms: SSG Owen Silver--United States Army SFC Ashley Blake--United States Army Reserve SPC Trevor Lock--New York Army National Guard Sgt. Jonathan D. Rieth--New York Guard SSgt. Kelsey Trevino--United States Marine Corps Cpl. Keane Kistner--United States Marine Corps Reserve MA1 Jordan Costello--United States Navy MA1 Amanda Paine--United States Navy Reserve Cpl. Wilyin Gao--New York Naval Militia SSgt. Danny Garrett--United States Air Force SSgt. Cameron Swick--United States Air Force Reserve TSgt. Gary Buchanan--New York Air National Guard MST1 Martin Mueller--United States Coast Guard MST2 Krishnan Muthaiah--United States Coast Guard Reserve Western New York and the Southern Tier are home to many proud service members and veterans, and our community has a long and proud tradition of military service. It is my honor to recognize their bravery. On behalf of the United States Congress and the constituents of New York's 23rd Congressional District, I thank these men and women for their service and all those who continue to serve with them. ____________________

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COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E380] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] COMMEMORATING ARMED FORCES DAY AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY _____ HON. NICHOLAS A. LANGWORTHY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Mr. LANGWORTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the service of our brave men and women for Armed Forces Day, May 16, 2026. Armed Forces Day is a 76-year tradition to thank all of those who are currently serving, as well as those who have served and sacrificed to defend our freedom. As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America, it is my privilege to recognize the contributions our active military members continue to make to our great Nation. Freedom was never free, and the men and women who stand up with valor and courage must always be held in the highest regard. As we speak, the Western New York Armed Forces Committee is preparing to recognize fourteen service members at its 63rd Military Ball, and it is my honor to include in the Record their names as a tribute to their service, and the service of their brothers and sisters in arms: SSG Owen Silver--United States Army SFC Ashley Blake--United States Army Reserve SPC Trevor Lock--New York Army National Guard Sgt. Jonathan D. Rieth--New York Guard SSgt. Kelsey Trevino--United States Marine Corps Cpl. Keane Kistner--United States Marine Corps Reserve MA1 Jordan Costello--United States Navy MA1 Amanda Paine--United States Navy Reserve Cpl. Wilyin Gao--New York Naval Militia SSgt. Danny Garrett--United States Air Force SSgt. Cameron Swick--United States Air Force Reserve TSgt. Gary Buchanan--New York Air National Guard MST1 Martin Mueller--United States Coast Guard MST2 Krishnan Muthaiah--United States Coast Guard Reserve Western New York and the Southern Tier are home to many proud service members and veterans, and our community has a long and proud tradition of military service. It is my honor to recognize their bravery. On behalf of the United States Congress and the constituents of New York's 23rd Congressional District, I thank these men and women for their service and all those who continue to serve with them. ____________________