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HONORING MARY L. AURTREY

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On 2026-07-27, Representative André Carson (D-IN-7) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MARY L. AURTREY" in the House.

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HONORING MARY L. AURTREY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E739] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MARY L. AURTREY ______ HON. ANDRE CARSON of indiana in the house of representatives Monday, July 27, 2026 Mr. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor of Mary L. Aurtrey--a distinguished U.S. Army veteran, retired Sergeant Major, community leader, and tireless advocate whose lifetime of service reflects the very best of our Nation and the Hoosier state. I established the Sheila Corcoran Hoosier Women Hero Award to recognize extraordinary women veterans whose dedication and leadership have strengthened our communities and inspired future generations. It is my honor to recognize Mary Aurtrey for her exceptional service. Mary served our country with distinction in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Sergeant Major. Following her military career, Mary continued her mission of service by supporting veterans, empowering women, and strengthening the organizations that serve our communities. Throughout her years of civic engagement, Mary has been a steadfast advocate and mentor through her involvement with organizations including Women in Networking Indianapolis, American Legion Women's Post 438, Woman's Life Chapter 703, the National Council of Negro Women--Indianapolis Section, Sister Soldier Network, AMVETS Post 99, the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame, the Indiana Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, the Community Advisory Board for IU Memory University, and the Veterans History Project through the Library of Congress. Through these efforts, Mary has preserved the stories of veterans, supported families, and uplifted those around her. She represents the strength, resilience, and dedication of Hoosier women veterans who continue serving their communities long after their military careers conclude. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mary L. Aurtrey for her outstanding military service and her unwavering dedication to her fellow veterans and community. I thank her for making Indiana a stronger, more compassionate place through her lifetime of diligent service. ____________________

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HONORING MARY L. AURTREY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E739] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MARY L. AURTREY ______ HON. ANDRE CARSON of indiana in the house of representatives Monday, July 27, 2026 Mr. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor of Mary L. Aurtrey--a distinguished U.S. Army veteran, retired Sergeant Major, community leader, and tireless advocate whose lifetime of service reflects the very best of our Nation and the Hoosier state. I established the Sheila Corcoran Hoosier Women Hero Award to recognize extraordinary women veterans whose dedication and leadership have strengthened our communities and inspired future generations. It is my honor to recognize Mary Aurtrey for her exceptional service. Mary served our country with distinction in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Sergeant Major. Following her military career, Mary continued her mission of service by supporting veterans, empowering women, and strengthening the organizations that serve our communities. Throughout her years of civic engagement, Mary has been a steadfast advocate and mentor through her involvement with organizations including Women in Networking Indianapolis, American Legion Women's Post 438, Woman's Life Chapter 703, the National Council of Negro Women--Indianapolis Section, Sister Soldier Network, AMVETS Post 99, the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame, the Indiana Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, the Community Advisory Board for IU Memory University, and the Veterans History Project through the Library of Congress. Through these efforts, Mary has preserved the stories of veterans, supported families, and uplifted those around her. She represents the strength, resilience, and dedication of Hoosier women veterans who continue serving their communities long after their military careers conclude. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mary L. Aurtrey for her outstanding military service and her unwavering dedication to her fellow veterans and community. I thank her for making Indiana a stronger, more compassionate place through her lifetime of diligent service. ____________________