[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 149 (Tuesday, December 9, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1766]
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                      TRIBUTE TO MAJOR KEVIN TANN

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                           HON. MIKE McINTYRE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 9, 2014

  Mr. McINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Major Kevin Tann, 
United States Army, for his extraordinary dedication to duty and 
service to the United States of America. Major Tann will be moving on 
from his current assignment as an Army Congressional Liaison for the 
House of Representatives to Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
  Army Congressional Liaisons provide an invaluable service to both the 
Military and Congress. They assist Members and staff in understanding 
the Army's policies, actions, operations, and requirements. Their first 
hand knowledge of military needs, culture, and tradition is a 
tremendous benefit to Congressional Staff.
  A native of North Carolina, Major Tann graduated from Florida 
International University in 1999 and was commissioned as Second 
Lieutenant in the Army's Aviation Branch. He has served in a variety of 
assignments including service in Alabama, Texas, South Carolina, and 
the Pentagon. Major Tann was selected for the highly competitive 
Congressional Fellowship Program and has participated in multiple 
combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  Major Tann's military awards include the Army Aviator and Parachutist 
Badges and Bronze Star Medal, as well as the Iraq Campaign Medal. He 
holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Florida 
International University; a Master of Arts in Public Administration 
from Florida International University; and, a Master of Political 
Science from George Washington University.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the selfless service of 
Major Tann as he proceeds to the next chapter in his remarkable career 
and continues to serve our great Nation. On behalf of a grateful 
Nation, I join my colleagues in recognizing and commending Major Tann 
for his dedicated service to our Country. For all he and his family 
have given and continue to give to our Country, we are in their debt. 
We wish him, his wife Joi, and his son Kevin, all the best as they 
continue their journey in the United States Army.

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