[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 7 (Friday, January 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E35]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  CELEBRATING MITRE'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. SETH MOULTON

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 12, 2024

  Mr. MOULTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in celebration of MITRE's 65th 
anniversary of service to the Nation.
  MITRE, a non-profit founded in 1958 in Bedford, Massachusetts, 
contributions have been both profound and wide-ranging, impacting not 
only national security but also advancing critical technology sectors 
and public welfare on a global scale.
  For over six decades, MITRE has been at the forefront of 
technological and strategic development, adapting to and preempting 
global challenges from the Cold War era to the present day. Its 
pioneering work in the development of the Semi-Automatic Ground 
Environment (SAGE) and its collaboration on the Apollo Mission 
underscore its pivotal role in shaping defense and space exploration 
strategies.
  MITRE's innovative endeavors in the fields of cybersecurity and 
artificial intelligence have set the benchmark for the industry. The 
Orange Book, penned by MITRE's Grace Hammonds Nibaldi, laid the 
foundation for modern cybersecurity, marking the organization as a 
thought leader for more than half a century. Similarly, MITRE's role in 
developing America's Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System 
(TCAS) exemplifies its commitment to creating the safest, most 
efficient airspace in the world.
  Today, MITRE continues to spearhead transformative projects. The 
MITRE ATT&CK framework has become a cornerstone in cybersecurity, 
guiding threat models and critical infrastructure protection. Through 
initiatives like ``Black Pearl,'' MITRE confronts issues such as human 
trafficking and narcotics, displaying its adaptability and influence 
across various domains. Moreover, MITRE's cutting-edge work in space 
traffic management, quantum computing, and BlueTech, along with its 
contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrates its capacity 
to lead and innovate in response to emergent global issues.
  Recognizing MITRE's multifaceted impact, from the development of the 
Standard Health Record for Oncology to modernizing judicial records, 
reflects its profound influence beyond the scope of traditional 
research and development organizations. Fast Company's description of 
MITRE as ``the most important company you've never heard of'' 
encapsulates the silent, yet significant footprint MITRE has left on 
modern society.
  Finally, it is essential to acknowledge that MITRE's success is 
fundamentally a human story--driven by a team of dedicated individuals 
who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes, often without public 
acclaim, motivated by a shared commitment to the public good. As we 
honor MITRE on its 65th anniversary, we celebrate not just the 
organization's remarkable achievements but also the people who have 
made it all possible. Their uncredited service and relentless pursuit 
of innovation for the nation's benefit indeed set MITRE apart as a 
unique and invaluable institution.
  Please join me in honoring MITRE and its talented staff on MITRE's 
65th anniversary.

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