[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 174 (Thursday, November 10, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1119]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      AWARDING STAFF SERGEANT JOHNNY KIRK A CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN 
                              COMMENDATION

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 10, 2022

  Mr. FALLON. Madam Speaker, I am honored and privileged to award Staff 
Sergeant Johnny Kirk with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. His 
service and sacrifice through the United States Air Force exemplify his 
national pride and embodiment as a role-model citizen to serve the 
country he loves. Staff Sergeant Kirk is truly an ideal candidate to 
receive the Congressional Veteran Commendation.
  Staff Sergeant Kirk served in the Vietnam War as a weapons specialist 
where he loaded ammunition and rockets onto OV-10s. He also performed 
as a spotter in the OV-10s, directing artillery fire and close air 
support needs. He served a total of fifteen months in Vietnam including 
twelve months with no leave.
  Staff Sergeant Kirk's tour of duty was unexpectedly extended an extra 
three months. Yet, he maintained his quality of service as a patriot 
without complaint. To express the sacrifice made, Staff Sergeant Kirk's 
tour in Vietnam caused him to be classified as a disabled veteran due 
to Agent Orange exposure.
  After discharge, Staff Sergeant Kirk became a CPS investigator and 
served many years as a CPS Investigative Supervisor. His work in 
training other investigators has affected every law enforcement agency 
in Grayson County. In addition, he has taught Texas Family Code and 
investigation classes at the Grayson County Police Academy.
  After retiring from the CPS Investigative Agency after 26 years, 
Staff Sergeant Kirk has become an ordained Baptist Minister and 
continues to teach Sexual Assault Prevention classes to the public.
  I am beyond honored to have Staff Sergeant Kirk in Texas' 4th 
Congressional District and am privileged to award such a distinguished 
citizen for his sacrifices.

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