[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 34 (Friday, February 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E144-E145]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING LUIS FRANCISCO RAMOS RAMIREZ, BREVARD COUNTY'S JANUARY VETERAN 
                              OF THE MONTH

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                         HON. MIKE HARIDOPOLOS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 20, 2026

  Mr. HARIDOPOLOS. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor Luis Francisco 
Ramos Ramirez, who has been selected as January's Brevard County 
Veteran of the Month.
  Mr. Ramos Ramirez proudly served our Nation in the United States 
Army, answering the call to duty during a critical moment in our 
history. He served for three years, including time in Vietnam, where he 
conducted reconnaissance missions--some of the most dangerous and 
demanding assignments in combat. Not only did he serve honorably, but 
he also volunteered to remain in Vietnam for additional time, 
demonstrating extraordinary courage and selflessness.
  For his service, Mr. Ramos Ramirez earned the National Defense 
Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, 
and the Vietnam Campaign Medal--decorations that reflect both valor and 
sacrifice.

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  Like so many of our veterans, his legacy extends beyond the uniform. 
His commitment to protecting our freedoms reminds us that the liberties 
we enjoy today were secured by Americans willing to put country before 
self.
  On behalf of Florida's Space Coast and a grateful Nation, we thank 
Luis Francisco Ramos Ramirez for his service, his sacrifice, and his 
example. It is an honor to recognize him here today.

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