[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 55 (Monday, March 27, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E262]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING VA MEDICAL CENTER DIRECTOR KEVIN FORREST FOR RECEIVING THE 
              SECRETARY'S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN NURSING

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 27, 2023

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of VA Medical 
Center Director Kevin Forrest for receiving the Secretary's Award for 
Excellence in Nursing. Every year since 1984, the Department of 
Veterans Affairs has awarded several outstanding individuals with this 
great honor. These individuals are directors, nursing executives, 
registered nurses, licensed practical or vocational nurses, and nursing 
assistants, all actively involved in patient care. They are nominated 
by their peers and go through a rigorous review process.
  This year, one of the awardees is New Hampshire's very own Kevin 
Forrest. Since first joining the VA in 2012, Kevin has been a tireless 
advocate for Veterans' health all across New England and now in 
Manchester, New Hampshire. His previous experience combined with his 
ability to build relationships at the medical center have been key 
elements in his leadership strategy. He has run the Manchester VAMC 
with confidence, providing care to over 30,000 Veterans all across New 
Hampshire. His guidance helped the center overcome many challenges 
throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, and was appreciated by Veterans, 
employees, and the community alike.
  I look forward to seeing all that Kevin and the Manchester VAMC 
accomplish in the years to come. I am confident that the Veterans of 
Manchester, and all of New Hampshire, will continue to benefit from 
Kevin's leadership. On behalf of the constituents of New Hampshire's 
First Congressional District, I commend Kevin for receiving this high 
honor, and I commend his amazing staff for making the Manchester VAMC 
one of the best-run veteran medical centers in the country. I wish him 
all the best in his future endeavors.

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