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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextCONGRATULATING AUSTIN ALLEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES
MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY
HON. BRETT GUTHRIE
of kentucky
in the house of representatives
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Austin Allen, upon his acceptance to the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.
journey, joining our Nation's fourth arm of defense, the Merchant Marines.
be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and Merchant Mariner career.
spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Austin's time at King's Point will be similarly impactful for him.
Guided by the Merchant Marine's motto of “Acta Non Verba,” the coming years will challenge Austin to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation.
Again, I congratulate Austin Allen on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter.