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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextRECOGNIZING UNITED STATES NAVY SENIOR CHIEF PETTY OFFICER DONALD JONES
AS OCTOBER 2026 VETERAN OF THE MONTH
HON. LISA C. McCLAIN
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Senior Chief Petty Officer Donald Jones for his service in the United States Navy and his work supporting fellow veterans in Sandusky. It is my privilege to honor him as our October 2026 Veteran of the Month.
high school, beginning what would become a 32-year military career spanning active duty and reserve service. After serving aboard two warships and completing shore assignments in Norfolk, Virginia, and San Diego, California, he left active duty in 1987 to spend more time with his wife and three young children. He later took a job at a Michigan foundry and moved his family to Sanilac County.
the Navy Reserve and served with a Seabee battalion at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. In 2003, he returned to active duty. Over the next 16 years, he served aboard four additional ships and spent three years instructing fellow sailors at a naval base in Groton, Connecticut.
business management and graduated from the Navy's Senior Enlisted Academy in Newport, Rhode Island. He also served aboard the USS Enterprise during her final deployment before the historic ship was retired. His final assignment was as an Assistant Supply Officer at Camp David, the presidential retreat.
Joint Service Commendation Medals, four Navy Commendation Medals, and three Navy Achievement Medals.
World History. He and his wife returned to Sandusky to be near their children and grandchildren. He now serves as the Financial Officer for American Legion Post 369.
Mr. Speaker, Senior Chief Jones' dedication to serving others extends well beyond his years in uniform. I am proud to name him our October 2026 Veteran of the Month.