RECOGNIZING UNITED STATES AIR FORCE VETERAN COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT MAXWELL GRINDSTAFF AS SEPTEMBER 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH

On 2026-09-10, Representative Lisa C. McClain (R-MI-9) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING UNITED STATES AIR FORCE VETERAN COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT MAXWELL GRINDSTAFF AS SEPTEMBER 2026 VETERAN O" in the House.

RECOGNIZING UNITED STATES AIR FORCE VETERAN COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT MAXWELL GRINDSTAFF AS SEPTEMBER 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 143 (Thursday, September 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 143 (Thursday, September 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E890] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING UNITED STATES AIR FORCE VETERAN COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT MAXWELL GRINDSTAFF AS SEPTEMBER 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH ______ HON. LISA C. McCLAIN of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, September 10, 2026 Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Command Chief Master Sergeant Maxwell Grindstaff for his distinguished service in the United States Air Force and his community. It is my privilege to honor him as our September 2026 Veteran of the Month. CMSgt Grindstaff enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1987. He began his career in Security Forces before retraining in communications and computer operations. Throughout his military career, he served in Michigan, the United Kingdom, New York, North Dakota, California, Missouri, Texas, Utah, Ohio, and Afghanistan, taking on increasingly senior leadership roles. In 2010, CMSgt Grindstaff served as Command Chief in Kabul, Afghanistan. He later served as Command Chief at Hill Air Force Base in Utah and at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio before becoming Command Chief at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado in 2014. He retired in 2017 after three decades of distinguished service, earning numerous honors including the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, and Meritorious Service Medals. Today, he continues his service with the Department of the Air Force in a civilian capacity, leading industry engagement and stakeholder management to support major Air Force modernization efforts. CMSgt Grindstaff is a family man and an active member of his community. He and his wife, Millie, are proud Lapeer natives who have raised three daughters and welcomed five grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, Command Chief Master Sergeant Maxwell Grindstaff has dedicated his life to serving our nation and community. Through his military service, leadership, and ongoing commitment to the community, he exemplifies honor, courage, and selfless service. It is my great honor to recognize his service and accomplishments by naming him our September 2026 Veteran of the Month. ____________________