[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 203 (Monday, December 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1196]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 SALUTING THE SERVICE OF MAJOR JACQUELINE COLE, U.S. AIR FORCE, RETIRED

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 11, 2023

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to salute the 
extraordinary career of Major Jacqueline Cole, L.S. Air Force, Retired, 
with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. Her superb service to both 
the Air Force and her Nation speaks to the best of our Nation's 
altruistic spirit.
  During Maj. Cole's 13 years of service, she served in multiple 
countries around the world including Germany, Iraq, Afghanistan, 
including stints as a critical care nurse in Operation Iraqi Freedom 
and Operation Enduring Freedom. Throughout her service, she used her 
extraordinary skillset to support her fellow warriors as well as 
educate and mentor her fellow health care professionals
  Renowned for her exemplary work ethic, exceptional patient care, and 
critical care expertise, Maj. Cole has continued her track record of 
stellar service in her civilian life. She remains active in her church, 
supports her local schools, and contributes her energies and resources 
to numerous civic organizations that work tirelessly to ensure the no 
one is left behind. When a service member or veteran is challenged by a 
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder episode, she is unafraid to reach out 
and guide the individual to safer shores.
  Her actions speak to a public servant unafraid to put the interests 
of others before herself.
  I am honored to join Maj. Cole's friends and family in celebrating 
her outstanding achievements. Her commitment to investing her talents 
to improve her community makes her a deeply respectable and honorable 
recipient of the Congressional Veteran Commendation.

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