[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 188 (Tuesday, November 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1103]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION FOR LIEUTENANT AMY BURTON

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2023

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lieutenant Amy 
Burton of Paris, Texas, and award her a Congressional Veteran 
Commendation. Lieutenant Burton honorably served in the United States 
Navy during the Afghanistan War.
  Lieutenant Burton heeded the call of duty to serve her nation after 
narrowly avoiding a terrorist attack in Spain that claimed the lives of 
several American servicemembers. Shortly after this tragedy, she 
enlisted in the Navy. From 1988 to 2012, Lieutenant Burton provided 
dental services and training to troops. Her duties took her around the 
world, including Sheppard Air Force Base, Camp Stone, Afghanistan, and 
Yokosuka, Japan. In 2007, Lieutenant Burton served onboard the USS 
Bonhomme Richard assault ship as the Medical Administration Officer. 
Her efforts helped ensure the troops under her supervision received 
adequate dental and medical care. For her outstanding service, 
Lieutenant Burton was bestowed several Navy and Marine Corps 
Commendation Medals, multiple Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, 
and many more awards.
  Following her retirement in 2012, Lieutenant Burton has continued to 
make a tremendous impact in her community in numerous ways. She worked 
with her local Department of Veteran Affairs to aid homeless veterans, 
assist in benefits claims, and provide important workforce training. 
Lieutenant Burton also volunteers with Disabled American Veterans, 
American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Red River Valley 
Veterans Memorial to uplift and support those who made sacrifices in 
defense of our Nation.
  Through her remarkable leadership and compassion for those in need, I 
am confident that Lieutenant Burton has improved the lives of many 
veterans. I commend her for going the extra mile so that our men and 
women in uniform will never be overlooked.
  I am honored to represent Lieutenant Burton in Texas' 4th 
Congressional District. It is a pleasure to award her the Congressional 
Veteran Commendation for her service to our Nation and to the people of 
North Texas.

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