[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 33 (Friday, February 23, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E207]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING BOB BECKER OF SCHENECTADY

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                           HON. JOHN J. FASO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 23, 2018

  Mr. FASO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect and admiration that I 
rise today to recognize the prestigious achievements of Mr. Bob Becker 
for being named the recipient of the Four Chaplains Brotherhood Award. 
This designation recognizes those special individuals who dedicatedly 
serve the community without regard to the ethnicity, values, or beliefs 
of others. It is a true testament to Mr. Becker's continued legacy of 
acceptance, patriotism, and steadfast commitment to improving the lives 
of veterans.
  A man of uncommon devotion and admirable selflessness, Mr. Becker 
faithfully served our country for over twenty years in the United 
States Marine Corps as a supply chief and platoon sergeant in the 
Second Marine Division and in the USMC Reserve, retiring as a 
distinguished first sergeant. Having served as the New York State 
Commandant of the Marine Corps League and as National Commandant in the 
Marine Corps League, Mr. Becker is an esteemed and clarion voice for 
veterans' affairs, both locally and nationally.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating Mr. 
Becker on receiving the Four Chaplains Brotherhood Award. His lifetime 
of hard work and dedicated service to the United States is 
inspirational, and I am grateful for his contributions to New York 
State.

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