[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 196 (Wednesday, November 18, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1046]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING LUCERO STOCKETT FOR HER PROMOTION TO CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 18, 2020

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my 
United States Air Force fellow, Lucero ``Lucy'' Stockett on her 
promotion to Chief Master Sergeant.
  Born in Mexico, Lucy was raised in El Paso, Texas, and, at the age of 
seventeen, enlisted in the United States Air Force (USAF). She began 
her impressive career in the USAF as an inflight refueling operator, 
with her primary specialty being a KC-10 Boom Operator. Lucy's 
experience includes qualifications as a Boom Operator Instructor, 
Formal Training Unit Instructor, and Evaluator. She has had multiple 
deployments supporting Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM. 
While enlisted, Lucy has continued to learn and better herself, 
receiving a B.S. in Sports Medicine from American Military University 
in 2014, and an M.A. in Executive Leadership from Liberty University in 
2017.
  It has been a privilege having Lucy in my office this year. She is 
bright, passionate, eager to learn, and a true patriot. As an enlisted 
officer, she brings invaluable experience and expertise regarding our 
nation's defense. My staff and I have valued having her as a member of 
our team and we are proud to be a part of this important milestone for 
her.
  It would be remiss to recognize Lucy without touching on why her 
promotion is such an impressive accomplishment. With Chief Master 
Sergeant being the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force, Lucy's 
promotion is an inspiration for all young women who are interested in a 
career in our Armed Forces. She has shown that with dedication, hard 
work, and perseverance, any dream can be achieved.
  Madam Speaker, it has been an honor to work with Chief Master 
Sergeant Lucero Stockett this year, and to pay tribute to her well-
deserved promotion. l ask my fellow colleagues to join me in 
recognizing this remarkable individual.

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