[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 184 (Thursday, December 17, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1811]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING MAJOR TRENT COLESTOCK

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                        HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 17, 2015

  Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Army Major Trent 
Colestock, for his extraordinary dedication and service to the United 
States of America. Major Colestock will be moving on from his current 
assignment as an Army Congressional Liaison to the U.S. House of 
Representatives to Fort Hood, Texas.
   Army Congressional Liaisons provide an invaluable service to both 
the Military and Congress. They assist Congressional 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 Congress.
   Raised in Texas, Major Colestock commissioned as a Second Lieutenant 
in the Army's Field Artillery. He has served and commanded in a variety 
of assignments including service at Fort Drum, Fort Hood, the Pentagon, 
and in Iraq. Major Colestock was selected for the highly competitive 
Congressional Fellowship Program in 2011.
   A few of Major Colestock's military awards include the Combat Action 
Badge, the Bronze Star Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the 
Iraq Campaign Medal. He has also earned both the Parachutist and Air 
Assault Badges. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from 
Texas Christian University and a Master of Arts in Congressional 
Affairs from George Washington University.
   Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the selfless service of 
Major Colestock as he proceeds to the next chapter in his remarkable 
career serving our great Nation. On behalf of a grateful Nation, I join 
my colleagues in recognizing and commending Major Colestock for his 
dedicated service to our Country. It is my distinct pleasure to join 
with Trent's family, friends, peers, as they honor the accomplishments 
of his outstanding ongoing career.

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