[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 197 (Thursday, December 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1671]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING ALFRED OLSON FOR THE 2018 MONTANA CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN 
                              COMMENDATION

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                          HON. GREG GIANFORTE

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 13, 2018

  Mr. GIANFORTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alfred Olson of 
Miles City, a recipient of the 2018 Montana Congressional Veteran 
Commendation for his service to his country and leadership in his 
community.
  Mr. Olson is a veteran of the United States Air Force. He served from 
1956 to 1962 in the 4061st Civil Engineer Squadron, earning the Air 
Force Longevity Service Award, and attaining the rank of Airman 2nd 
Class.
  Serving his community as a dedicated Senior Corp RSVP volunteer, Mr. 
Olson has driven nearly 100,000 miles and logged over 10,000 hours 
transporting veterans to medical appointments. But Mr. Olson provides 
much more than just transportation. His kindness and dedication to the 
needs of Montana's veterans enhances their quality of life with 
friendly interaction, meals, and comfort.
  Mr. Olson never hesitates to go the extra mile. On one occasion he 
spent an unplanned three days on the road giving comfort and care to a 
veteran who had surgery in Helena.
  I ask my colleagues to join me today in commending Alfred Olson for 
his dedication and service.

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