Tim Walberg: “I thank the gentlelady and I thank you for reminding us of this celebration today and the 13th Amendment and the impact.”

When we hire veterans, we strengthen our communities, our economy, and our future.

I am honored to recognize Sam Dougherty whose continued service and dedication to serving others represents the best of our armed forces.

From his time serving as a Combat Engineer with the Marine Corps Reserve to his role helping fellow veterans find reliable employment and care, Sam's commitment to his country and local community has never wavered.

It also prioritizes investment in the forces and capabilities needed to strengthen deterrence and improve military readiness to maintain a strong U.S. posture.