[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 55 (Thursday, April 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E401]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN RECOGNITION OF THOMAS HILT ON HIS OFFER OF APPOINTMENT TO ATTEND THE 
                     UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 5, 2018

  Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, it is my great pleasure to pay special 
tribute to an outstanding student from Ohio's Fifth Congressional 
District. I am pleased to announce that Thomas Hilt of Whitehouse, Ohio 
has been offered an appointment to the United States Military Academy 
in West Point, New York.
  Thomas' offer of appointment permits him to attend the United States 
Military Academy this fall with the incoming Class of 2022. Attending 
one of our nation's military academies not only offers the opportunity 
to serve our country, but also guarantees a world-class education while 
undertaking one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of a 
lifetime.
  Thomas brings a tremendous amount of leadership, service, and 
dedication to the incoming Class of 2022. While attending Anthony Wayne 
High School in Whitehouse, Ohio, Thomas was a member of the National 
Honor Society, received the school's academic award, and participated 
in DECA and German Club.
  Throughout high school, Thomas participated in rowing, where he 
served as team captain and received his varsity letter and coaches 
award. I am confident that Thomas will carry the lessons of his student 
and athletic leadership to the Military Academy.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Thomas 
Hilt on his offer of appointment to the United States Military Academy. 
Our service academies offer the finest military training and education 
available. I am positive that Thomas will excel during his career at 
West Point, and I ask my colleagues to join me in extending their best 
wishes to him as he begins his service to our Nation.

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