[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 70 (Friday, May 17, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E689]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




COMMENDING COLONEL JASON Q. BOHM FOR PERFORMANCE OF DUTIES AS DIRECTOR 
                   OF THE HOUSE MARINE LIAISON OFFICE

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                          HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 17, 2013

  Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Colonel Jason Q. Bohm 
for the diligent and professional support he provided during his tenure 
as Director, Marine Corps Liaison Office to the United States House of 
Representatives. My staff and I have been fortunate to work with Jason 
over the last two years on various projects, but I want to highlight 
two specific issues.
  Soon after Jason started in the liaison office in July 2011, he 
approached my office with ideas to improve the visibility of the annual 
Marine Corps Toys for Tots drive on the Hill. For the last two 
Christmases, we have been fortunate to have the conclusion of the drive 
end in my office and coincide with the annual U.S. Capitol Christmas 
Tree Lighting Ceremony and reception. This has allowed the House 
community of Members, staff, and guests to interact with local military 
families and to be active participants in the spirit of generosity and 
giving during the Christmas season.
  In addition, Jason's team was instrumental in the successful 
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony for the Montford Point Marines. The 
ceremony was a moving and fitting tribute to the honor, perseverance, 
and patriotism of the Marines who defied prejudice, hardship, and 
inequality to serve their country, and it was a timely and important 
reminder for all Americans that our freedom and values depend on those 
who are still answering the call to serve in dangerous places around 
the world, far from their families and loved ones.
  I was personally able to get to know Jason during my January 2012 
economic mission to Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico. The objectives of our 
delegation's visits to these nations were achieved successfully in part 
because of Jason's excellent work. I wish him and his lovely wife, 
Sonja, and their children, Ashley, Ethan, and Emily, the very best as 
Jason prepares to take command out in California. Semper Fi, Jason.

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