Charlie Crist: “Today I rise to celebrate August 4 as Coast Guard Day, marking the service's founding by Alexander Hamilton in 1790. We…”

“Today I rise to celebrate August 4 as Coast Guard Day, marking the service's founding by Alexander Hamilton in 1790. We are very grateful for the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard who selflessly serve America, both at home and abroad. My congressional district of Pinellas County, Florida, is proud to be home to numerous Coast Guard commands, both ashore and afloat. We have the largest and busiest air station in the country, Air Station Clearwater, and a robust maritime operation at Sector St. Petersburg. Coast Guard families serve as well, providing the Coasties themselves with the support and resilience they depend on to stand watch, day in and day out. So, Madam Speaker, I would like to wish a happy 229th birthday to the United States Coast Guard. ____________________”