[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E431]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING AMTC JASON VAUGHN UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE UNITED STATES 
                              COAST GUARD

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 12, 2026

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Aviation 
Maintenance Technician Chief Jason Vaughn of the United States Coast 
Guard for his outstanding service to our Nation and his steadfast 
commitment to the Grand Traverse community as he retires from his 
distinguished military career.
  Throughout twenty years of distinguished service, Chief Vaughn has 
exemplified the Coast Guard's core values of honor, respect, and 
devotion to duty. Since being assigned to Coast Guard Air Station 
Traverse City from 2020 to 2026, he has served faithfully as 
maintenance Control Chief, acting as the airworthiness authority for 
twenty-two heavy maintenance cycles, forty-eight functional check 
flights, and more than 200,000 maintenance labor hours. In addition, he 
has managed a $7.9 million parts inventory and $1.1 million support 
equipment inventory, helping to ensure mission readiness.
  Chief Vaughn's steadfast leadership has extended well beyond the 
confines of a hangar. He has successfully coordinated complex 
operations, displaying Coast Guard capabilities for three consecutive 
National Cherry festival airshows while strengthening partnerships and 
enhancing public trust.
  Additionally, his contributions to the testing and implementation of 
the ATLAS emergency rescue device have helped improve safety for Coast 
Guard aircrews across the Northern Michigan Fleet. Equally commendable 
is Chief Vaughn's commitment to service beyond the uniform. He has 
dedicated more than 1,000 volunteer hours to the Grand Traverse 
community, supporting veterans, local organizations, and families in 
need. From organizing food pantries and community projects to serving 
as an Honor Flight guardian, his efforts earned him the Military 
Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.
  Mr. Speaker, let us all join in recognizing Chief Vaughn for his 
dedicated service to the United States Coast Guard and for his 
steadfast commitment to the Grand Traverse community.

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