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HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER

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On 2026-05-12, Representative Greg Stanton (D-AZ-4) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER" in the House.

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HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E432] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER ______ HON. GREG STANTON of arizona in the house of representatives Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Mr. STANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Noah Fraher, who served as the congressional Green and Gold aide in my office for the past two years. Noah transformed how my office engages with Arizona's veteran community. From his first days in our Mesa office, he worked to ensure veterans across the East Valley knew they had an advocate in Congress who would listen to their concerns and help connect them with the support they earned through their service. He attended countless meetings, events, and community forums with veterans and military families, always bringing compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to service. One of Noah's most lasting contributions was transforming and improving our office's Veterans Advisory Board, which has become a trusted and respected forum for local veterans to engage directly with my office. He also helped organize our first Veterans Resource Fair and Salute to Service military sendoff ceremony, creating meaningful opportunities for servicemembers, veterans, and military families to access resources and build community. Because of Noah's work, our office built stronger relationships with veterans across Arizona's 4th Congressional District and became better equipped to serve them. Noah brought the same sense of duty to our office that he demonstrates every day in uniform. As an active member of the Arizona Army National Guard, he served both at home and abroad, including training Ukrainian soldiers in Germany as they prepared to defend their country against Russian aggression. He also supported operations in Afghanistan and helped coordinate National Guard missions across Arizona. Through every assignment, Noah demonstrated a deep commitment to others. Even while balancing military service, weekend drills, and training responsibilities, Noah worked tirelessly for constituents and for Arizona veterans. And anyone who knows Noah knows he has never been afraid to take a big bite out of a challenge. Throughout his service, Noah's husband, Mikey, stood alongside him with constant support and encouragement. A lifelong Arizonan, Noah represents the very best of our state. His service strengthened my office, deepened our connection to Arizona veterans, and left a lasting impact on the community we serve. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Noah Fraher for his service to our Nation, to Arizona veterans, and to the people of Arizona's 4th Congressional District. ____________________

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HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E432] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CAPTAIN NOAH FRAHER ______ HON. GREG STANTON of arizona in the house of representatives Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Mr. STANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Noah Fraher, who served as the congressional Green and Gold aide in my office for the past two years. Noah transformed how my office engages with Arizona's veteran community. From his first days in our Mesa office, he worked to ensure veterans across the East Valley knew they had an advocate in Congress who would listen to their concerns and help connect them with the support they earned through their service. He attended countless meetings, events, and community forums with veterans and military families, always bringing compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to service. One of Noah's most lasting contributions was transforming and improving our office's Veterans Advisory Board, which has become a trusted and respected forum for local veterans to engage directly with my office. He also helped organize our first Veterans Resource Fair and Salute to Service military sendoff ceremony, creating meaningful opportunities for servicemembers, veterans, and military families to access resources and build community. Because of Noah's work, our office built stronger relationships with veterans across Arizona's 4th Congressional District and became better equipped to serve them. Noah brought the same sense of duty to our office that he demonstrates every day in uniform. As an active member of the Arizona Army National Guard, he served both at home and abroad, including training Ukrainian soldiers in Germany as they prepared to defend their country against Russian aggression. He also supported operations in Afghanistan and helped coordinate National Guard missions across Arizona. Through every assignment, Noah demonstrated a deep commitment to others. Even while balancing military service, weekend drills, and training responsibilities, Noah worked tirelessly for constituents and for Arizona veterans. And anyone who knows Noah knows he has never been afraid to take a big bite out of a challenge. Throughout his service, Noah's husband, Mikey, stood alongside him with constant support and encouragement. A lifelong Arizonan, Noah represents the very best of our state. His service strengthened my office, deepened our connection to Arizona veterans, and left a lasting impact on the community we serve. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Noah Fraher for his service to our Nation, to Arizona veterans, and to the people of Arizona's 4th Congressional District. ____________________