[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E31]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING FELIX JIMENEZ GARCIA

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 13, 2026

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of a grateful 
Nation and the citizens of the 24th Congressional District of Texas. 
The 2025 Congressional Veteran Commendation is hereby presented to 
Sergeant Felix Jimenez Garcia, United States Army, of Fort Worth, 
Texas, for his honorable service in the Armed Forces of the United 
States of America and for his continued service to his community.
  Sergeant Garcia served in the United States Army and the Texas Army 
National Guard for thirteen years, including a twelve-month combat 
deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. As a squad leader 
with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 144th 
Infantry Regiment, he led and completed more than one hundred combat 
missions in Iraq demonstrating courage, composure, and devotion to his 
fellow soldiers. For his valor and leadership in combat, he was awarded 
the Army Commendation Medal with ``V'' Device, along with the Iraq 
Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Expert 
Infantry Badge, and Combat Infantry Badge.
  Following his military service, Sergeant Garcia has continued to 
exemplify service before self through his work in the North Texas 
community. He volunteers with Catholic Charities of Fort Worth, serves 
on the Board of Directors for the Greater Keller Chamber of Commerce, 
and dedicates his time to helping fellow veterans navigate the 
Department of Veterans Affairs benefits process. Recently certified as 
an Onward Ops Sponsor, he mentors transitioning service members as they 
adjust to civilian life offering guidance, encouragement, and support. 
A husband, father of four, and small business owner, Sergeant Garcia 
continues to live a life of purpose, leadership, and compassion, 
strengthening both the veteran community and his local neighborhood.
  Sergeant Garcia's courage in combat and his lifelong commitment to 
serving others reflect the highest traditions of the United States Army 
and bring great credit upon himself, the State of Texas, and the United 
States of America.

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