[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 124 (Monday, July 21, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3521]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING COLONEL RHETT BLACKMON

  (Mr. WEBER of Texas asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WEBER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the 
illustrious career of Colonel Rhett A. Blackmon, Commander and District 
Engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District, a 
true servant leader.
  Colonel Blackmon assumed command of the Galveston District on July 
15, 2022, and quickly became a vital partner in Texas' 14th 
Congressional District. Under his leadership, Mr. Speaker, the team 
oversaw more than $7.4 billion, with a b, in infrastructure projects, 
ranging from flood control to coastal protection that directly 
strengthened our communities.
  His military service spans decades with combat and command roles 
across Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Indo-Pacific, as well as academic 
service as an instructor at West Point.
  Mr. Speaker, his leadership has always been defined by integrity, 
courage, and excellence. Our Nation is stronger and safer because of 
dedicated men like Colonel Blackmon. As he retires from Active Duty, we 
honor his legacy of military service, unmatched professionalism, and 
his deep love of country.
  We thank Colonel Blackmon for his selfless sacrifice and faithful 
service. Brenda Gail and I wish him, Lindsay, and his family every 
blessing in retirement.
  God bless him. God bless the United States of America.

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