[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 62 (Monday, April 7, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1443]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 MOMENT OF SILENCE IN REMEMBRANCE OF STAFF SERGEANTS JOSE DUENEZ, JR., 
EDVIN F. FRANCO, TROY S. KNUTSON-COLLINS, AND PRIVATE FIRST CLASS DANTE 
                               D. TAITANO

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, we are gathered here today to 
honor the lives of Staff Sergeants Jose Duenez, Jr., Edvin F. Franco, 
Troy S. Knutson-Collins, and Private First Class Dante D. Taitano.
  These men, these heroes, were part of the 3rd Infantry Division out 
of Fort Stewart, Georgia, and members of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat 
Team. Tragically, they were found deceased last week after a training 
accident in Lithuania. Our hearts break for their families and all who 
were lucky enough to know these brave men.
  While none of these men were native to Georgia, they are forever part 
of our States' and our Nation's story, thanks to their selfless and 
courageous service. Their loved ones, the Fort Stewart community, and 
all those impacted by this tragic loss of life have been in our 
prayers, and we humbly request that they be in yours, as well.
  Mr. Speaker, at this time I ask that the House join us in observing a 
moment of silence.

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