[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 101 (Thursday, June 12, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E573]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT SHARMA J. HAYNES

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                            HON. JASON CROW

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 12, 2025

  Mr. CROW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the distinguished 
career and dedicated service of Chief Master Sergeant Sharma J. Haynes 
on the occasion of her retirement from the United States Air Force. 
Chief Master Sergeant Haynes has served our Nation with unwavering 
commitment for over two decades, leaving an indelible mark on both the 
Air Force and Space Force.
  Chief Master Sergeant Haynes served as the Senior Enlisted Airman for 
Space Base Delta 2 at Buckley Space Force Base in my home state of 
Colorado. In this crucial role, she was the principal advisor to the 
installation commander, overseeing the morale, welfare, training, 
climate, readiness, and professional development of over 1,000 
personnel. Her leadership was instrumental in ensuring the effective 
execution of critical missile warning and intelligence, surveillance, 
and reconnaissance missions worldwide. Moreover, she played a vital 
role in supporting the numerous wings, mission partners, and personnel 
stationed at Buckley, as well as the extensive retiree community.
  A native of Greenville, South Carolina, Chief Master Sergeant Haynes 
entered the Air Force in 2003 and quickly established herself as a 
dedicated and capable leader. Her diverse background in financial 
management included positions as Flight Chief, Enlisted Force 
Development Manager, and Superintendent, with assignments and 
deployments spanning the globe, from Japan and South Korea to 
Afghanistan and the Pentagon.
  Chief Master Sergeant Haynes' commitment to professional development 
is evident in her extensive education, culminating in a Master of 
Business Administration degree and completion of numerous prestigious 
leadership courses. Her dedication to excellence is further highlighted 
by her numerous awards and decorations, including the Bronze Star Medal 
and the Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters. She has 
also been recognized with multiple Airman and Noncommissioned Officer 
of the Year awards throughout her career.
  Chief Master Sergeant Sharma J. Haynes embodies the highest ideals of 
military service. Her leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment 
to the men and women under her charge have been exemplary. On behalf of 
the Sixth Congressional District of Colorado and a grateful Nation, I 
extend my deepest gratitude to Chief Master Sergeant Haynes for her 
exceptional service and wish her a long and fulfilling retirement. Her 
contributions to our Nation's security will be long remembered.

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