[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 73 (Tuesday, May 10, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E663-E664]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING COLONEL GREGORY BAINE

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                              HON. TED POE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 10, 2016

  Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the fine 
career and honorable service of a man whose actions have helped 
maintain the safety and security of our nation's fight against 
terrorism, Colonel Greg Baine. After 29 years of faithful service to 
our country, Colonel Baine is retiring from the United States Army. It 
is with great pride and honor that I recognize Colonel Baine for his 
tireless devotion to the wellbeing of our nation.

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  After graduating from Beaumont Charlton Pollard High School, Colonel 
Baine earned his political science degree from Texas A&M University. 
Colonel Baine began his military career in 1987 with the United States 
Army, where he was commissioned as a First Lieutenant with a duty in 
Sinai, Egypt. As a natural leader, he earned the esteemed rank of 
Colonel by serving our nation in duties in Saudi Arabia, Kosovo, 
Germany and two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Colonel Baine is 
a true patriot; devoted and loyal, an honorable defender of liberty and 
freedom.
  Colonel Baine commanded the 2nd Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment 
during his 14 month combat tour in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. 
I had the privilege of meeting Colonel Baine while in Iraq in 2008. His 
role in our nation's fight on terrorism will never be forgotten. After 
Iraq, he volunteered for another 13 month combat tour to Afghanistan, 
where he commanded Regional Support Command South in support of 
Operation Enduring Freedom.
  Throughout his career, Colonel Baine's service and dedication have 
consistently earned him the recognition of his superiors. The list of 
this model citizen's accomplishments will have enduring effects on our 
nation.
  A dedicated family man, Colonel Baine married his college sweetheart, 
Heidi. Together they are the proud parents of two grown children, Gary 
Baine, II and Alexia.
  On behalf of the Second Congressional District of Texas, I commend 
this remarkable Texan for his exemplary service and dedication to not 
only the State of Texas, but the nation as a whole. Thank you, Colonel 
Baine, for a lifetime of selfless service to our country.
  And that is just the way it is.

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