[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 140 (Friday, August 22, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E782-E783]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING SGT. ROHN HULTGREN
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HON. BRIAN J. MAST
of florida
in the house of representatives
Friday, August 22, 2025
Mr. MAST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a true American hero,
Sergeant Rohn Hultgren of Palm Beach County, Florida. Sgt. Hultgren is
a father, husband, soldier, and public servant whose courage on the
battlefield and commitment to my community deserves our recognition.
During his service in Afghanistan, Sgt. Hultgren's convoy was struck
by an improvised explosive device. The blast left him with a broken
femur and a traumatic brain injury. As a result, Sgt. Hultgren
underwent extensive speech therapy, but he never wavered in his
devotion to our Nation or his fellow soldiers. For his sacrifice and
bravery, he was awarded the Purple Heart.
Mr. Speaker, Sgt. Hultgren did not allow any of his injuries to
define his life here at home. After being honorably discharged from the
Army as a Sergeant E-5, he dedicated himself to serving other veterans
in Florida's 21st Congressional District. Today, as Veteran Services
Manager for the Palm Beach County Division of Senior and Veteran
Services, Sgt.
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Hultgren continues his mission by ensuring that our veterans receive
the support they fought for. Sgt. Hultgren has been with Veteran
Services for seven years, and he has been manager for three of those
years. Everyone he's served knows that he's gone above and beyond for
our nation and community. His wife of 22 years and their three children
all reside in my community, and we are proud of their family's faith
and resilience.
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people of my community, I am proud to
recognize and honor Sgt. Rohn Hultgren for his service and continued
dedication to the men and women who wore our Nation's uniform.
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