[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 203 (Monday, December 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1198]
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 SALUTING THE SERVICE OF SERGEANT FIRST CLASS MATTHEW KEY, U.S. ARMY, 
                                RETIRED

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 11, 2023

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride and 
appreciation that I present Sergeant First Class Matthew Key, U.S. 
Army, Retired, with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. SFC Key 
continues to be an unwavering example of commitment to the well-being 
of others and the betterment of his community.
  With twenty-one years of military service, SFC Key served his country 
in numerous operations including significant combat experience during 
the Gulf War. He received an astounding military education including 
Primary Leadership Development, NCO Advanced Course, and NCO Basic 
Course. Military leadership recognized his hard work and talents, 
bestowing several commendations ranging from the Army Commendation 
Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and 
others.
  After SFC Key retired from the military, he continued wanting to make 
positive impacts on his community. After doing stellar work as intern 
in my congressional office, SFC Key was promoted to permanent staff as 
a Constituent Liaison. District office staff have as challenging a job 
there is in public service. They often deal with constituents who are 
at their wits' end and have lost faith in the government that is 
supposed to serve them. SFC Key's combination of empathy and expertise 
has helped countless Central Texans navigate the often-challenging 
world of government agencies and services. His extraordinary efforts, 
commitment to excellence, and skillful work has enabled my office to 
serve Central Texans at the high level they deserve.
  I proudly join SFC Key's friends, family, and colleagues in saluting 
his selfless service to the Army and Texas. He's been a trusted 
advisor, superb public servant, and vital part of Team Carter whose 
work has made a real and lasting difference in the lives of his fellow 
citizens.

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