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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. MATT VAN EPPS
of tennessee
in the house of representatives
Mr. VAN EPPS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize April as the Month of the Military Child and to honor the youngest heroes of the great State of Tennessee.
active duty and in the Tennessee Army National Guard, I have seen firsthand that when a service member puts on the uniform, the entire family serves. While our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Guardians, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen stand on the front lines, their children serve on the home front, navigating the challenges of frequent moves, the uncertainty of new schools, and the long, quiet absences of a parent deployed in harm's way.
community of military-connected youth. These children embody the true Volunteer Spirit, demonstrating a level of adaptability and courage that inspires us all. From the Great Smoky Mountains to the banks of the Mississippi, their presence is felt in every corner of our state.
support the elite warriors of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), the quiet professionals of the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), and the Night Stalkers of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. They are joined by the families of the Air Force's 19th Air Support Operations Squadron and Detachment 4 of the 18th Combat Weather Squadron, who together form the heart of a uniquely proud and patriotic community.
in Millington and Coast Guard Sector Lower Mississippi River in Memphis provide the essential foundation of support for those securing our Nation's maritime interests and vital inland waterways.
and Coast Guard Station Buchanan on the Tennessee River contribute to the vanguard of our Nation's aerospace testing and riverine security.
serve in nearly every county, proving that the strength of our military is rooted in the very neighborhoods we call home. Our commitment to these children goes beyond words; it is etched into our state's laws. Tennessee is a proud member of the Military Interstate Children's Compact, ensuring that the children of our service members face a seamless transition as they move between school districts and states. By removing barriers to enrollment, placement, and graduation, we ensure that their education is never a casualty of their parents' service.
military-connected children. Roughly 15,800 of these children belong to active-duty families, while more than 18,500 are the sons and daughters of our dedicated National Guard and Reserve members. Whether in a classroom in Clarksville or an armory in rural Tennessee, these children are the backbone of our military families, ready to adapt and thrive wherever life takes them.
offices, local businesses, and private citizens across Tennessee and this Nation to proudly display and wear purple throughout this month. We Purple Up because that color represents the blending of all service branches. It is a visible and powerful symbol of our unified gratitude for the resilience of our military families.
District and across this Nation, we thank them for their bravery, and we remain committed to ensuring they have the support and resources they deserve.