[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24887]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING SPECIALIST SAM D. MERONEY

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 14, 2009

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Specialist 
Sam D. Meroney who has exemplified the finest qualities of leadership 
and citizenship by proudly serving our country in the United States 
Army. Specialist Meroney is currently stationed at Fort Carson, 
Colorado, and is most deserving of this special recognition as he 
continues to fight to protect the United States of America.
  Specialist Meroney recently participated in the U.S. Army Military 
Police Challenge at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. From September 16-18, 
2009, Specialist Meroney and his two compatriots competed in thirteen 
spirited events. Of the nation's top 34 three-man teams participating, 
Specialist Meroney and his team were able to meet the significant 
challenges and succeed in winning the overall competition. In addition 
to this achievement, his team placed first in two individual events. 
Not only has Specialist Meroney earned the respect of his family, 
peers, and community, he has also made both the state of Missouri and 
the United States of America proud.
  Madam Speaker, I strongly urge all Members of Congress to join me in 
commending Specialist Sam D. Meroney for his accomplishments in the 
United States Army and for his efforts put forth in defense of this 
nation.

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