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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHONORING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS VETERAN CAPTAIN MARISOL CANTU
ZAMMIT AS JULY 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH
HON. LISA C. McCLAIN
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Monday, July 20, 2026
Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Captain Marisol Cantu Zammit for her honorable service in the United States Marine Corps and her continued dedication to her family and community. It is my privilege to honor her as our July 2026 Veteran of the Month.
moved to Texas following her father's retirement from the United States Marine Corps. In 1999, Captain Zammit was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps after successfully completing the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program at Rice University. She attended The Basic School in
with the 2nd Marine Division. During her service, she deployed to Camp Fuji, Japan, where she covered Marine Corps training exercises throughout the region. In 2003, she deployed with the 2nd Service Support Group to Camp Fox, Kuwait, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The following year, she deployed to Cartagena, Colombia, in support of the Commandant's Conference of the Americas.
professionalism, leadership, and dedication to the mission. Her service was recognized with the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, and a Letter of Appreciation.
transitioned her spirit of service from the Marine Corps to her family and community. Using her Post-9/11 GI Bill, she earned a Master of Arts in Management while dedicating herself to raising her four children alongside her husband. As her children grew, Captain Zammit became a constant presence in their schools, volunteering with elementary, middle, and high school cross-country and track teams. She also serves as a lector at Our Lady on the River Catholic Church. Whether cheering on student-athletes, supporting school activities, or serving her parish, she has continued to demonstrate the same dedication to others that defined her military service.
they enjoy kayaking, hiking, running, volunteering, exploring the outdoors, and hosting local cross-country and track teams in their home. Her unwavering commitment to family, faith, and service continues to exemplify the values she upheld throughout her military career.
Mr. Speaker, Captain Zammit's commitment to service has remained steadfast long after her military career. Through her dedication to her Nation, family, faith, and community, she continues to exemplify the values of leadership, selflessness, and service. It is my great honor to recognize her service and accomplishments by naming her our July 2026 Veteran of the Month.