[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 140 (Tuesday, August 29, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E800]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING HOWARD SEID FOR HIS EFFORTS TO BETTER THE LIVES OF VETERANS 
                      ACROSS THE STATE OF MICHIGAN

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 29, 2023

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Howard Seid for 
his numerous efforts to better the lives of veterans across Ontonagon 
County and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Through his bountiful 
service, charitable nature, and continued leadership, Howard has become 
irreplaceable to the people of the great State of Michigan.
  None are more deserving of recognition, as Howard has gone above and 
beyond in his commitment to the local communities of Northern Michigan. 
Prior to his work with veterans, Howard served in the United States Air 
Force, where he held the roles of Trainer Pilot, Airlift Pilot, and 
Wing Commander. After 27 years, he retired at the rank of Colonel. His 
devotion to the people of his country and fellow servicemen remains 
steadfast.
  It is difficult to fully encapsulate all the ways in which Howard 
works to better the lives of veterans. Since 1992, he has been an 
active member of The American Legion Post 92. In 2017, he became the 
chapter's Commander and continues to hold that position today. Under 
his leadership, the post has become a profitable and active community 
center with many veterans attending weekly events. Similarly, he has 
served both as the Western U.P. representative on the U.P. Veterans 
Community Action Team and as Vice-Chairman of their Steering Committee 
for the past 6 years. Furthermore, Howard has been instrumental in 
ensuring that veterans in the U.P. have access to sufficient medical 
facilities and treatments. As a volunteer for Disabled American 
Veterans, he has logged over 10,000 hours transporting individuals to 
doctor appointments and hospital visits. Additionally, he works to 
honor veterans across the Upper Peninsula, organizing events like an 
annual veteran fishing day on a private and handicap-accessible pond. 
Since retiring from the Air Force, Howard has spent years serving 
veterans, and his efforts have provided a much-needed support for our 
military heroes.
  Outside of his work for veterans, Howard is an active and charitable 
community member. He has been responsible for planning and executing 
Rockland community's annual Christmas gathering for the last 7 years. 
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, he ensured that every child received a 
hand-delivered gift from Santa traveling atop a firetruck. In addition, 
he serves as a member of the Ottawa Lions Club, St. Paul Methodist 
Church, U.P. Sport Fishing Association, and Rockland Volunteer Fire 
Department. As a Colonel, a veteran, a volunteer, and a Yooper, Howard 
has consistently put the needs of others before his own.
  Mr. Speaker, It is my honor to congratulate Howard Seid for his 
decades of service to fellow Michigan veterans. Michiganders can take 
great pride in knowing the First District is home to such a selfless 
and devoted individual. On behalf of my constituents, I wish Howard all 
the best in his future endeavors.

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