[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 18 (Wednesday, January 31, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E98-E99]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING CHIEF PETTY OFFICER IVAN ROSARIO, OUTSTANDING VETERAN IN 
                    THE 52ND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

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                            HON. JUAN VARGAS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 31, 2024

  Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Chief Petty Officer 
Ivan Rosario, an outstanding veteran, who served our Nation in the 
United States Navy for more than 17 years.
  Chief Rosario was born in Arkansas and spent much of his childhood 
abroad in Puerto Rico. He grew up with his five siblings, and as many 
military families do, moved to a new home depending on military orders. 
His father was a long-time servant in the United States Army and 
deployed to Vietnam numerous times.
  Chief Rosario followed both his father's and brother's footsteps and 
initially joined the United States Army at the young age of 17 years 
old. He was stationed in Germany for three years, and when he returned, 
he realized the difficulty of pursuing a career without a high school 
diploma. He searched for options, and after going to the United States 
Navy Recruiting Center, he found his true calling to continue serving 
his country.
  Chief Rosario dedicated 17 years of service with the United States 
Navy. He served as a Radar Systems Operator and completed several 
WestPac Tours overseas.
  Chief Rosario was on active duty, while he and his spouse raised two 
children. As a dedicated family man, he continues to support his family 
and our country by working with his wife's former students, who have 
expressed an interest in joining the U.S. military.
  He earned his High School GED in his first year as a sailor. Early 
on, he had a keen interest in cutting-edge technologies used on U.S. 
Navy ships. He achieved a college degree using the GI Bill, and he went 
on to receive both his bachelor's degree in computer science and a 
master's degree in computer technology. Chief Rosario's academic 
achievements led to mentorship opportunities for others, and he earned 
rank as a Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy.
  Chief Rosario has served the local community, volunteering at Sunset 
Elementary School in San Ysidro, California, and other schools. He has 
worked with students during special school assemblies and has helped 
them with their technological needs. During these assemblies, Chief 
Rosario has also talked about his service in the United States Armed 
Forces and the different training programs available to them.
  Chief Rosario was honored as the 52nd District Constituent of the 
Month in November 2023, when Veterans Day is celebrated. He is 
commended for his dedication and lifelong

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commitment to our Nation, and also for giving back to the local 
community.

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