[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E55]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING CYNTHIA TRICKETT

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 20, 2026

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of a grateful 
Nation and the citizens of the 24th District of Texas. The 2025 
Congressional Veteran Commendation is hereby presented to Lieutenant 
Colonel Cynthia Jean Trickett, United States Air Force, of Dallas, 
Texas, for her honorable service in the Armed Forces of the United 
States of America and for her continued service to her community.
  Lieutenant Colonel Trickett served with distinction in the United 
States Air Force, Air Force Reserves, and Texas Air National Guard for 
thirty three years. As a Physician Associate and Medical Officer 
assigned to the 149th Medical Group at Joint Base San Antonio, she 
provided exemplary clinical leadership and care in both peacetime and 
crisis operations. Her career included four major activations in 
support of disaster relief and public health emergencies including 
Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Hurricane Rita in 2005, Hurricane Harvey in 
2017, and the Texas COVID-19 pandemic response from 2020 to 2021. She 
also deployed along the Rio Grande in 2002 and 2005 to deliver medical, 
dental, and humanitarian services to underserved communities. Her 
military decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with oak 
leaf cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement 
Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with two oak leaf clusters, Air 
Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service 
Medal with service star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 
Humanitarian Service Medal with service star, Nuclear Deterrence 
Operations Service Medal, and Air Force Longevity Service Award with 
four oak leaf clusters.
  Following her distinguished military career, Lieutenant Colonel 
Trickett has continued her lifelong mission of service through 
medicine, mentorship, and education. A nationally recognized Physician 
Associate in dermatology, she lectures and teaches across the country, 
advancing patient care and professional standards in her field. She was 
honored with the 2022 Society of Dermatology Physician Associates 
Service Award for her leadership, mentorship, and advocacy. In North 
Texas, she serves as a clinical instructor and preceptor for students 
from West Coast University, the University of Texas Southwestern 
Medical Center, and the University of North Texas, shaping the next 
generation of healthcare providers through compassion and excellence.
  Lieutenant Colonel Trickett also remains dedicated to honoring fellow 
veterans through her volunteer work with Wreaths Across America, 
ensuring that the service and sacrifice of those interred at the 
Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery are never forgotten. Her service in 
uniform, in medicine, and in the community exemplifies the highest 
ideals of leadership, integrity, and compassion.
  Lieutenant Colonel Trickett's distinguished career and enduring 
commitment to others reflect the finest traditions of the United States 
Air Force and bring great credit upon herself, the State of Texas, and 
the United States of America.

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