[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 177 (Friday, October 24, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E998]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING CALLIE AUGUSTSON AS ONE OF CALIFORNIA'S 8TH CONGRESSIONAL 
                      DISTRICT'S WOMEN OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 24, 2025

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Callie Augustson as she is honored as one of 
California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. For over 
24 years, Callie has made a significant impact in her community. Her 
service continues today through her current role as Plans Analyst and 
Crisis Action Team Manager for the 60th Air Mobility Wing at Travis Air 
Force Base. In her current position, Callie is responsible for critical 
crisis-response operations, including operational planning, deployment 
execution, natural disaster response, and emergency management plans. 
She also provides strategic command and control for the Wing Commander 
and senior leadership. Callie brings years of training, expertise, and 
education to this role. Initially enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in 
September 2000 as a Bioenvironmental Engineering Technician, Callie 
then went on to attend technical school at the U.S. Air Force School of 
Aerospace Medicine, earn an associate degree in bioenvironmental 
engineering technology, and earn a Bachelor of Arts in homeland 
security. After completing her active-duty enlistment, Callie served in 
the Bioenvironmental Engineering and Medical Readiness Offices at Minot 
Air Force Base. In 2009, she brought her expertise to Travis Air Force 
Base, where she worked at David Grant Medical Center as the Medical 
Counter-Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Program Manager for 
Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Office of the Command Surgeon. 
Callie then became a Federal Civil Service employee, assuming her 
current position with the 60 AMW Wing Plans and Programs Office. Her 
intelligence and diligence are evident through her numerous 
accomplishments, including the Air Force Achievement Medal, National 
Defense Service Medal, and Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor. 
Callie's work has had a profound impact, benefiting many members of the 
community. She has played a critical role in establishing Travis Air 
Force Base as the West Coast Patient Distribution Hub. Under her 
supervision, Exercise Ultimate Cadeuceus, transported injured service 
members to 21 hospitals in Northern California. This exercise 
strengthened the support between the Base and other regional agencies, 
including Cal Fire, Fairfield and Vacaville first responders, and the 
Emergency Medical Services Authority. Callie's commitment to her 
community and public service goes beyond her professional work. In her 
spare time, Callie serves as a Certified National Little League 
volunteer and a Vacaville Girls Fast Pitch Team Parent. Callie is a 
fiercely committed member of the community, and her dedication makes 
Solano County a better place for all. On behalf of the people of 
California's 8th Congressional District, it is my pleasure to honor and 
recognize Callie Augustson for her positive contributions to our 
community.

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