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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHONORING AMTC JASON VAUGHN UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE UNITED STATES
COAST GUARD
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.
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.
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.
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.