[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 69 (Wednesday, April 21, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H2003]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF MAJOR GENERAL DAN HELIX

  (Mr. DeSAULNIER asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the life of Major 
General Dan Helix.
  Dan grew up in West Berkeley, California, and enjoyed a distinguished 
41-year career with the United States Army and Army Reserve.
  On top of his service in the military, he served on the Concord City 
Council for 8 years before serving as a director of the Bay Area Rapid 
Transit District.
  After being away for some time, Dan eventually returned to the city 
council and served two terms as mayor during both of his tenures.
  In 1989, Dan retired from the U.S. Army as a major general. As a 
Korean war veteran, Dan earned numerous recommendations including: the 
Army Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, the Legion of Merit, 
the Bronze Star with ``V'' device, and the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf 
Cluster.
  Sadly, Dan passed away last month at the age of 91. He was a 
cherished resident of Concord who dedicated his life to helping others. 
He was a mentor to me and to many others.
  Please join me in honoring Major General Dan Helix for his many 
contributions to my community and to this country.

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