[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 152 (Tuesday, September 1, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E806]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATING USS ``TENNESSEE''

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                     HON. EARL L. ``BUDDY'' CARTER

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 1, 2020

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
the USS Tennessee, which is based at Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay in 
the First District of Georgia, for winning the 2020 Secretary of the 
Navy (SECNAV) Afloat Environmental Award.
  The SECNAV environmental programs recognize Navy and Marine Corps 
ships, installations, and people for outstanding performance in 
promoting environmental stewardship.
  These programs are important for achieving national defense strategy 
by taking a proactive role in enhancing mission effectiveness through 
the implementation of environmental programs.
  Additionally, they have allowed for expanding mission requirements, 
protecting and improving the environment, avoiding and reducing future 
liabilities, and building trust with partner nations.
  This is not the first time USS Tennessee has been honored for its 
success. In 2014, they won the SECNAV Award for Excellence in Submarine 
Safety, and they also won the Chief of Naval Operations Environmental 
Awards in submarine category in 2014, 2015, and 2016.
  USS Tennessee's leadership and crew has demonstrated sustained 
commitment and success in environmental protection because of their 
emphasis on the importance of each Sailor's role in environmental 
conservation. I am thankful for the entire crew's commitment to both 
serving our country and protecting our environment.

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