[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 142 (Tuesday, September 5, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E809]
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                        HOMETOWN HERO MATTHEW JC

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 5, 2023

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Matthew JC, 
founder of Operation Rock the Troops. Operation Rock the Troops has 
traveled around the world to perform music for U.S. troops since 9/11. 
Matthew's mission is to use music to fight back and heal the heroes 
that serve our great Nation. Since 2003, Operation Rock the Troops has 
completed 7 World Tours in 15 countries at over 40 military bases. He 
also hosts performances in North Texas at local charity events to 
continue spreading awareness of music's healing power for veterans 
struggling with PTSD, TBI, and drug reliance. Matthew also utilizes his 
music to raise money through their Runway Rock Show to support veterans 
and other charities.
  He implemented a Songwriting Healing Program to provide veterans with 
a positive, non-drug related solution to good health through the art of 
music. I'd like to thank Matthew for going above and beyond to help 
heal and bring extra joy to the service members across our community.

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