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HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP

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On 2026-05-21, Representative Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX-34) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP" in the House.

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HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E479-E480] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP ______ HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, May 21, 2026 Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Captain Michael D. Bishop, U.S. Navy Commanding Officer, for his distinguished military service. Captain Bishop has served in the U.S. Navy since his enlistment in 1991 and has built an exceptional career marked by operational excellence, leadership, and dedication to the development of future servicemembers. His first role was with the ``World Watchers'' of VQ-1 at Naval Air Station Agana in Guam. He was later selected for the Enlisted Commissioning Program and graduated summa cum laude from Ohio State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science. Over the course of his service, Captain Bishop has accumulated more than 3,000 pilot flight hours and over 7,500 hours in military aircraft. His career reflects extraordinary dedication, professionalism, and patriotism, and he [[Page E480]] continues to exemplify the very best of the United States Navy. Captain Bishop has served in numerous operational and training assignments, earning recognition for his aviation expertise and leadership. Since assuming command at Kingsville Naval Air Station in 2024, he has overseen the training of future Navy, Marine Corps, and Allied tactical pilots through Training Air Wing TWO (TW-2). Under his leadership, the installation has continued to strengthen its relationship with the Kingsville community while maintaining the highest standards of military readiness and instruction. Captain Bishop's guidance has helped shape the next generation of military aviators. Drawing on his operational and instructional expertise, he will continue to drive leadership excellence at NAS Kingsville during his tenure. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 34th Congressional District of Texas, I congratulate Captain Bishop on his many achievements and thank him for his continued service. His leadership serves as an example for servicemembers across South Texas and the Nation. ____________________

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HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E479-E480] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE SERVICE OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL D. BISHOP ______ HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, May 21, 2026 Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Captain Michael D. Bishop, U.S. Navy Commanding Officer, for his distinguished military service. Captain Bishop has served in the U.S. Navy since his enlistment in 1991 and has built an exceptional career marked by operational excellence, leadership, and dedication to the development of future servicemembers. His first role was with the ``World Watchers'' of VQ-1 at Naval Air Station Agana in Guam. He was later selected for the Enlisted Commissioning Program and graduated summa cum laude from Ohio State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science. Over the course of his service, Captain Bishop has accumulated more than 3,000 pilot flight hours and over 7,500 hours in military aircraft. His career reflects extraordinary dedication, professionalism, and patriotism, and he [[Page E480]] continues to exemplify the very best of the United States Navy. Captain Bishop has served in numerous operational and training assignments, earning recognition for his aviation expertise and leadership. Since assuming command at Kingsville Naval Air Station in 2024, he has overseen the training of future Navy, Marine Corps, and Allied tactical pilots through Training Air Wing TWO (TW-2). Under his leadership, the installation has continued to strengthen its relationship with the Kingsville community while maintaining the highest standards of military readiness and instruction. Captain Bishop's guidance has helped shape the next generation of military aviators. Drawing on his operational and instructional expertise, he will continue to drive leadership excellence at NAS Kingsville during his tenure. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 34th Congressional District of Texas, I congratulate Captain Bishop on his many achievements and thank him for his continued service. His leadership serves as an example for servicemembers across South Texas and the Nation. ____________________