[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 70 (Tuesday, May 18, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E899]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING MASTER CHIEF KELLY D. WILLIAMS OF THE U.S. NAVY

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                     HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 18, 2004

  Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of myself, 
Congresswoman Capito and the entire Congressional Caucus for Women's 
Issues to recognize the 7th Annual Women in the Military Wreath Laying 
Ceremony hosted by the Caucus at Arlington National Cemetery. The 
purpose of this event is to honor our Nation's servicewomen and female 
veterans for their courage and achievements, and to remember women who 
have died in service to the United States.
  Today, we have the opportunity to recognize 5 outstanding female 
servicewomen, one selected from each branch of the military. These 
women serve their respective branches with honor, dignity, and courage. 
These highly decorated leaders chose to defend our freedom and embody 
the spirit of those that served before them.
  From the U.S. Navy, we will honor Master Chief Kelly D. Williams. A 
native of Texas, Master Chief Williams has an Associate in Arts with 
Honors degree from City Colleges of Chicago. She began her career in 
the Navy in Meridian, Mississippi, where she attend Storekeeper Class 
``A'' School. She successfully completed Instructor Training, 
Storekeeper Independent Duty Afloat and Command Career Counselor 
training in 1991, and also graduated from training in Shipboard Uniform 
Automated Data Processing Systems.
  Serving the U.S. Navy at a variety of stations and duties, Master 
Chief Williams should be especially recognized for her commitment 
during her time assigned to the staff of the Commander, Naval Surface 
Group Mediterranean, in Naples, Italy. Her diligence and dedication as 
Assistant Replenishment Officer earned her the Navy Achievement Medal 
for her direct contribution to assuring Sixth Fleet combat 
effectiveness and readiness during Operations Noble Anvil/Allied Force. 
She is currently assigned as the Assistant Head to the Navy Uniform 
Board and has been a vital contributor to the Navy's first-ever Navy 
Uniform Task Force.
  Among her many achievements, Master Chief Williams has been awarded 
the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal 
(4 awards), Navy Achievement Medal (3 awards) and various service and 
campaign awards. Master Chief Kelly D. Williams continues to 
distinguish herself as an invaluable leader in the Navy, and it is an 
honor for each member of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues to 
recognize the courage and commitment of Master Chief Williams and all 
women in the military.

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