[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 68 (Thursday, April 18, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2512]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





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                  HONORING NATE BRUCKENTHAL'S SERVICE

  (Mr. LaLOTA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LaLOTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of a true 
hero, Nate Bruckenthal, who gave his life in service to our great 
country on April 24, 2004.
  Born in Stony Brook, Nate's unwavering dedication to service was 
evident from a young age. In 1999, he answered the call of duty and 
joined the United States Coast Guard and served on the Point Wells 
based out of Montauk.
  In 2004, he deployed to the Arabian Gulf where he and two Navy 
sailors were killed while intercepting a waterborne suicide attack off 
the coast of Iraq. Nate's actions saved the lives of countless fellow 
sailors, and we can never thank him enough for his bravery and heroism.
  Nate's ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty serves as a poignant 
reminder of the selflessness and courage exhibited by our 
servicemembers every day. May we never forget his sacrifice and may his 
memory inspire future generations to serve with the same bravery and 
devotion.

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