[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 128 (Thursday, September 20, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1577]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            A TRIBUTE TO COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR OTIS CUFFEE

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 20, 2012

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Command 
Sergeant Major Otis N. Cuffee. For 37 years, Sergeant Major Cuffee has 
served in the United States Armed Services and will soon celebrate his 
retirement after decades of service to our Nation.
  Sergeant Major Cuffee dedicated 37 years in continuous active duty 
service to our country. During his tenure in the U.S. Armed Services he 
served in various leadership positions, from Squad Leader to Sergeant 
Major. As Sergeant Major, Cuffee extended his expertise to teaching the 
Basic Airborne Training Course and the NCO Academy Advanced Course. 
Most recently, he has had the position of a senior enlisted leader at 
the Defense Logistics Agency.
  Sergeant Major Cuffee has received numerous personal awards including 
the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star and Global War on Terrorism 
Expeditionary and Service. His relentless dedication was honored with 
the Meritorious Service Award, Army Commendation Award, Army 
Achievement, Humanitarian Service Award and Korean Defense Service 
Medal. Additionally, Sergeant Cuffee has received numerous unit and 
condition awards.
  Sergeant Cuffee's long and impressive career showcases his commitment 
not only to his local community but our Nation. Mr. Speaker, I ask that 
you and my other distinguished colleagues join me in thanking Command 
Sergeant Cuffee for his dedication and congratulate him on the occasion 
of his retirement.

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