[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E33]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING ROBERT HAZLEWOOD

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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 
First Sergeant Robert Hazlewood, United States Marine Corps, of North 
Richland Hills, Texas, for his honorable service in the Armed Forces of 
the United States of America and for his continued service to his 
community.
  First Sergeant Hazlewood served with distinction in the United States 
Marine Corps for thirty years, including during the Vietnam War and 
Operation Desert Storm. Throughout his career, he held numerous 
leadership roles across the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, 2nd Marine 
Aircraft Wing, and 14th Marine Regiment earning the respect of those he 
led through his steadfast commitment to the Marine Corps values of 
honor, courage, and commitment. His military decorations include the 
National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, three Good Conduct 
Medals, three Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medals, the Armed Forces 
Reserve Medal, and the Overseas Service Ribbon.
  Following his retirement, First Sergeant Hazlewood has continued to 
serve his community with the same dedication that marked his military 
career. A lifelong mentor and educator, he operates a martial arts 
school where he teaches self-defense and discipline to young men and 
women, providing specialized training for college-bound students to 
enhance their personal safety. He also serves his church, Compass 
Church in Colleyville, by leading and training its volunteer security 
team, and has been twice recognized by the City of Colleyville for more 
than twenty years of service to local youth.
  First Sergeant Hazlewood's contributions have also been recognized 
nationally and internationally. He has been honored by the Governor of 
Tennessee for his work with the Junior Achievement Program, received 
Rotary International's Paul Harris Fellow recognition for promoting 
global understanding, and earned the Jandal Service Award for his 
support of high school speech and debate students. He continues to 
mentor youth through Rotary Interact, the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for 
Tots program, and by coaching students toward successful appointments 
to the United States Air Force and Naval Academies.
  First Sergeant Hazlewood's distinguished record of service to his 
Nation and his tireless commitment to the next generation reflect the 
highest traditions of the United States Marine Corps and bring great 
credit upon himself, the State of Texas, and the United States of 
America.

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