[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 79 (Friday, May 7, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E488-E489]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN RECOGNITION OF HONORING THE MILITARY SPOUSES OF CAMBRIA AND SOMERSET 
                                COUNTIES

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 7, 2021

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the military spouses of Cambria and Somerset Counties and to 
commemorate the 12th Annual Military Spouse Appreciation Day Ceremony 
in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
  In 1984, President Ronald Reagan established that the Friday before 
Mother's Day would be Military Spouses Appreciation Day, which honors 
the service and sacrifice of military spouses.
  Like their partners in uniform, military spouses also answer the call 
to serve our nation. Their unwavering commitment to our servicemembers 
and families is a key part of America's story and success.
  As the husband of a Naval officer, I understand firsthand the 
challenges that many military spouses face, and I am incredibly 
grateful for their role in supporting our Armed Forces and the defense 
of our Nation.
  Today's ceremony, made possible by the Johnstown Veteran Community 
Initiatives, Wessel & Company, and the American Red Cross, is a well-
deserved opportunity to recognize these outstanding Pennsylvanians who 
have sacrificed so much.
  On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, it is my 
privilege to honor the military spouses of Cambria and Somerset 
Counties and to thank them for their service and sacrifice for our 
Nation. On Military Spouse Appreciation Day and every day of the year, 
I ask that Pennsylvanians join me in praying for the wellbeing and 
perseverance of our local military families--as well as for the peace 
and safety of our Nation.

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