[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 54 (Monday, April 16, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E525]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING CAPTAIN ROBERT C. GRANT

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                        HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 16, 2012

  Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Captain Robert C. 
Grant, on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Coast 
Guard Reserve. For over 30 years, Captain Grant has dedicated his life 
to serving our nation and protecting South Florida, and it is truly an 
honor to represent him here in Washington.
  Captain Grant is an exceptional public servant. As Deputy Chief of 
Staff of the seventh Coast Guard District, he served as a senior 
advisor to eight admirals, and provided support to Operation Desert 
Storm and Desert Shield. And as Congressional Liaison for Florida's 
19th district, Captain Grant assisted Congress in passing legislation 
that has proved instrumental in addressing new maritime smuggling 
tactics.
  But Captain Grant's work also extends to the realm of community 
outreach. He helped strengthen the relationship between the Coast Guard 
and the Cuban and Haitian communities in South Florida through a 
dedicated public outreach initiative. Furthermore, he was able to 
assist with relief efforts in the wake of the devastating 2010 
earthquake in Haiti, and has received numerous awards and accolades for 
his exemplary service.
  Captain Robert C. Grant's service in the United States Coast Guard 
has made an extraordinary local, national, and international impact, 
and has made South Florida a safe place where families can grow and 
thrive. It is my hope that his example will inspire others to serve 
their communities for generations to come.

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