[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 194 (Tuesday, November 18, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1089]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING CHRISTOPHER ``CHRIS'' LYNCH WITH A CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN 
                              COMMENDATION

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2025

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Command Sergeant 
Major Christopher ``Chris'' Joseph Lynch of Rockwall, Texas, and to 
honor him with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. CSM Lynch 
honorably served in the United States Army for twenty-seven years.
  During his distinguished military career, Command Sergeant Major 
Lynch served in a wide range of roles, from basic infantry duties to 
senior leadership as the Command Sergeant Major of battalion-sized 
formations. His service record reflects a steady progression of 
responsibility--from fire team leader and squad leader to platoon 
sergeant, company first sergeant, and, ultimately, battalion Command 
Sergeant Major. In addition to these leadership positions, CSM Lynch 
held numerous noncommissioned officer staff roles within combat 
formations. His extensive service took him across the globe, including 
assignments in Korea, Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Storm, 
Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, and Iraq during 
Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  CSM Lynch's outstanding service earned him numerous commendations, 
including the Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, five Meritorious 
Service Medals, three Army Commendation Medals, the Global War on 
Terrorism Medal, and the Presidential Unit Citation. These honors 
reflect his exceptional leadership and steadfast dedication to his 
country and fellow soldiers.
  Since retiring from the Army, Chris has continued his service as the 
Director of Elections for Rockwall County, where he leads a team known 
for integrity and excellence. He also serves as Post Vice Commander of 
the Rockwall Terry Fisher American Legion Post, where he established a 
Veteran Relief Program supporting local veterans in need. Additionally, 
he helped create a Youth Leadership Symposium that introduces middle 
school students to fundamental leadership principles.
  I am deeply honored to recognize Command Sergeant Major Christopher 
Joseph Lynch for his extraordinary courage, patriotism, and lifelong 
commitment to service. He exemplifies the very best of Texas' 4th 
Congressional District and of our great Nation.

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