[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 115 (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S4104]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO SERGEANT MAJOR DAVID MARSHALL

  Mr. SCHATZ. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to an 
exceptional noncommissioned officer in the U.S. Army, SGM David J. 
Marshall, who currently serves as the deputy chief for the Army's 
Senate Liaison Division and will retire from Active Duty after 20 
distinguished years of active Federal service at the end of this year. 
Throughout his career, Sergeant Major Marshall has personified the 
highest standards of Army professionalism and the soldierly values of 
loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and 
personal courage to the Army and our Nation. Many of us on Capitol Hill 
have enjoyed the opportunity to work with Sergeant Major Marshall and 
it is my privilege to recognize his achievements.
  Sergeant Major Marshall is a distinguished leader whose career in the 
U.S. Army has been marked by unwavering dedication and exceptional 
service. Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Sergeant Major Marshall 
embarked on his military journey with a commitment to excellence that 
would define his decades-long career.
  Enlisting as a combat documentation production specialist in 2006, 
Sergeant Major Marshall began his service as a combat photographer at 
55th Signal Company (Combat Camera) and completed one combat deployment 
in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He held various tactical and 
operational positions, including roles at American Forces Network 
Livorno, the Army Entertainment Detachment, the Cyber Center of 
Excellence Noncommissioned Officer Academy Detachment, the Defense POW/
MIA Accounting Agency, and 9th Psychological Operations Group 
(Airborne).
  Sergeant Major Marshall was competitively selected to serve as an 
Army congressional fellow for the fiscal year 2023 and was assigned to 
my office. During his fellowship, he gained valuable insights into the 
workings of Congress and its relationship with the U.S. military, while 
also advising our team on defense and veterans' issues. His dedication 
and professionalism were evident in every task he undertook. For the 
past 3 years, he has served in the Army's Senate liaison office, where 
he has played a crucial role in answering congressional requests for 
information, staffing engagements between Army senior leaders and 
Members of Congress, and leading congressional delegations abroad to 
conduct defense oversight.
  Sergeant Major Marshall's lengthy and diverse career was filled with 
experiences that have enriched him both as a soldier and a person. It 
is no surprise that he has been honored with numerous military awards 
and decorations including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, 
several Army Meritorious Service Medals, the Combat Action Badge, and 
the Signal Corps Bronze Order of Mercury, among others. His exemplary 
service and steadfast leadership have earned him the respect and 
admiration of colleagues and superiors alike.
  Any tribute to Sergeant Major Marshall would be incomplete without 
acknowledging the unwavering support of his wife Jillian and the joy 
brought by their son Miles. Jillian has stood by Sergeant Major 
Marshall at every step of his journey, providing love, care, and 
wisdom.
  On behalf of the U.S. Senate and a grateful nation, I thank Sergeant 
Major Marshall, his wife Jillian, son Miles, and their entire family 
for the commitment, sacrifices, and contributions they have made 
throughout his honorable military service. Congratulations on 
completing an exceptional and successful career.

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