[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 143 (Friday, September 23, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1707]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE MAINE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MILITARY FUNERAL HONORS PROGRAM

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                        HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 23, 2011

  Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Maine Army 
National Guard Military Funeral Honors Program. The Maine Army National 
Guard Military Funeral Honors Program offers the military honors that 
are now an entitlement to all honorably discharged veterans.
  The rendering of Military Funeral Honors is a way to show the 
Nation's deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have 
faithfully defended our country. This ceremonial paying of respect is 
the final demonstration a grateful Nation can provide to the veterans' 
families.
  Established in 2003, the Maine Army National Guard Military Funeral 
Honors Program serves the veterans of Maine with honor and respect. The 
soldiers who make up the Funeral Honors Program are of the highest 
caliber that Maine has to offer and deserve our recognition.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking the Maine Army National Guard 
Military Funeral Honors Program for their outstanding service for 
Maine's veterans and their families.

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