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Mr. EZELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the outstanding men and women of the United States Coast Guard Port Security Unit 308, proudly headquartered in Pascagoula, Mississippi, for receiving the Rear Admiral Bennett “Bud” Sparks Award, one of the highest honors bestowed upon the Coast Guard Reserve unit.
readiness, reserve integration, and mission performance. PSU 308 has more than earned this distinction.
missions across the Indo-Pacific, became the first Coast Guard Reserve unit to execute back-to-back embarked security deployments aboard Military Sealift Command vessels, and deployed within 48 hours to help secure our Nation's southern maritime border during Operation River Wall.
unwavering commitment of the men and women who balance civilian careers with answering our Nation's call whenever duty requires.
Subcommittee, I know firsthand the vital role that our Coast Guard plays in protecting America's maritime interests. The members of PSU 308 embody the Coast Guard motto of semper paratus, always ready.
thank them for their sacrifice, their dedication, and their faithful service to our Nation. Mississippi is proud of them, and so is the United States of America.