[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 28 (Wednesday, February 27, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S940]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                      CONGRATULATING WAYNE WILSON

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize one of 
Nevada's own, Wayne Wilson, for being named as a finalist for the 
Citizen Service Before Self Honors by the Congressional Medal of Honor 
Foundation. His efforts to assist disabled veterans have earned him 
this distinct honor, and I am both humbled and honored to recognize him 
today.
  After graduating from the United States Army Sergeant Major Academy 
in 1976, Wayne served in the National Guard for over four decades. He 
served as command sergeant major of an engineer group and a combat 
engineer battalion. In 1984, he transferred to the Nevada National 
Guard and moved to Carson City. Throughout Wayne's lifetime, he has 
always remained an active member in the veteran community and has 
dedicated his free time to looking after this community's needs. Wayne 
was one of the original founders of the Veterans Guest House, is a 
lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, DAV, and has been 
named the Silver State's Veteran of the Month.
  In 2008, Wayne founded the Northern Nevada Wheelchair Program to 
distribute wheelchairs to disabled veterans. Providing our Nation's 
greatest heroes with mobility and independence is a unique gift and a 
singular act of heroism. His commitment to putting others first is a 
true example of sacrifice for the betterment of others.
  In October 2012, I had the privilege of meeting Wayne when he was 
recognized by Governor Sandoval as Nevada's Veteran of the Month. His 
continued service and sacrifice to our country and veteran community 
makes me proud that Wayne calls Nevada home. Today, I ask my colleagues 
to join me in recognizing Wayne for his tireless efforts to better the 
Silver State.

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