[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 43 (Thursday, March 17, 2016)]
[Senate]
[Page S1588]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO ROBERT LOUGH

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize Robert 
Lough for his tireless effort in helping Nevada's brave servicemembers 
after they have returned home from the battlefield. Mr. Lough has been 
a volunteer with the Henderson Municipal Court's Veterans Treatment 
Court program since its opening in 2011, going above and beyond to help 
fellow veterans in need.
  The Henderson Municipal Court's Veterans Treatment Court program is 
an invaluable resource to the southern Nevada community, providing our 
veterans with vital services that range from job placement to suicide 
prevention. This program assists our nation's servicemembers as they 
return home and readjust to life in their communities. The court 
program includes representatives from the legal system and volunteers 
who work to rehabilitate veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, 
traumatic brain injury, or drug or alcohol issues. Although there is no 
way to adequately thank the men and women who lay down their lives for 
our freedoms, the Henderson Municipal Court's Veterans Treatment Court 
program acts as a one-stop solution for veterans who find themselves in 
a position of need. The State of Nevada is fortunate to have someone 
like Mr. Lough, who demonstrates unwavering loyalty to Nevada veterans, 
working in support of this important program.
  Mr. Lough, a veteran himself, served in the U.S. Navy from 1967 to 
1973. No words can properly thank him for his service to our country, 
but I offer my deepest gratitude for his sacrifices in defending our 
freedoms. In addition, he is a member of the Vietnam Veterans of 
America in Henderson and Boulder City Chapter 1076. In February, Mr. 
Lough was recognized as Veteran of the Month by Governor Brian Sandoval 
for his efforts in the Henderson Municipal Court's Veterans Treatment 
Court program, an accolade that is well deserved. Mr. Lough is truly a 
role model to all not only for his service to our country, but also for 
his ambitions in caring for our Nation's heroes. For the last 5 years, 
Mr. Lough has served as a mentor to struggling veterans who have lost 
their way. His charisma, caring character, and dedication to helping 
others are truly admirable.
  As a member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, I know the 
struggles that our veterans face after returning to civilian life after 
service. Congress has a responsibility to honor these brave individuals 
and ensure they receive the quality care they have earned and deserve. 
I remain committed to upholding this promise for our veterans and 
servicemembers in Nevada and throughout the Nation. I am grateful to 
have someone like Mr. Lough working as an ally to ensure the needs of 
our veterans are being met.
  Today I ask my colleagues and all Nevadans to join me in recognizing 
Mr. Lough for his work at the Henderson Municipal Court's Veterans 
Treatment Court, a program with a mission that is both noble and 
necessary. I am honored to acknowledge Mr. Lough for his efforts, and I 
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors.

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