[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 94 (Friday, June 9, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1219]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  TRIBUTE TO NAVY LT. COMDR. TOM DIETZ

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                         HON. ROBERT K. DORNAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 8, 1995
  Mr. DORNAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lt. Comdr. Tom 
Dietz--our resident Navy Seal and special operations warfare specialist 
here in Congress--for his distinguished service to the U.S. Special 
Operations Command, the U.S. Navy, and the entire Nation as the Special 
Operations Command Legislative Liaison for Naval Special Warfare 
programs. In this capacity, Tom quickly established a solid reputation 
with both Members of Congress and their staff due to his extensive 
knowledge of all special operations issues. Fresh from his daring and 
highly decorated exploits in the Persian Gulf during Desert Storm, Tom 
was able to give us an insider's view to the unique and powerful 
Special Operations Force which we in Congress have worked so hard to 
support during defense budget deliberations.
  Tom Dietz has played a vital part in building this congressional 
support by earning our trust and respect. His effective work on Capitol 
Hill is legendary. Because of Tom's dedication and commitment to 
excellence, U.S. Navy Seals, the U.S. Special Operations Command, and 
the entire Department of Defense will long reap the benefits of his 
tenure on Capitol Hill. All of my colleagues and I bid Tom, his wife 
Pam, and their son and future Seal Tyler, a fond farewell. Good luck 
and Godspeed at your next assignment at ``Seal Central'' on Coronado 
Island, CA.


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