[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 200 (Tuesday, December 5, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1166]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION FOR SENIOR AIRMAN ELISHIA BAXTER

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 5, 2023

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Senior Airman 
Elishia Lorraine Baxter of Little Elm, Texas, and award her a 
Congressional Veteran Commendation. Senior Airman Baxter honorably 
served in the United States Air Force during the Iraq War.
  Born in a military household, Senior Airman Baxter had a longtime 
desire to defend her nation and joined the Air Force in 2003. She 
trained as an Air Transportation Apprentice, and was stationed at 
Tinker Air Force Base and Warner Robbins Air Force Base. In this role, 
she upheld safe and efficient flight protocols for passengers and cargo 
onboard Air Force aircraft. Senior Airman also served as a career 
advisor and fitness monitor for fellow servicemembers so that they were 
prepared for success.
  Following her discharge from the Air Force in 2011, Senior Airman 
Baxter has committed to improving the lives and wellbeing of fellow 
veterans in our community. For her master's degree, she specialized in 
social work and assisting veteran grant programs through United Way. 
Through Senior Airman Baxter's work, over a million dollars was 
distributed to veterans in Denton County facing difficult financial 
circumstances. She even finds time to manage a mental health pilot 
program for veterans. I am confident that her continued veteran 
outreach efforts reassure the men and women that fought for our country 
that their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
  I am honored to represent Senior Airman Baxter 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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