I rise in proud support of H.Res. 491. It is a difficult challenge to follow someone like Sonny Montgomery in Congress. But I have the great privilege of today representing Congressman G.V. Sonny Montgomery. And I have the opportunity to see his mark, his legacy throughout my district. If my colleagues go through or travel through the Third District of Mississippi, they will see the G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Hospital. If they go to the small town of Forest, Mississippi, they will see the G.V. Sonny Montgomery International Airport, or the G.V. Sonny Montgomery Industrial Park, or the National Guard complexes across the district. His name and his imprint is all over the Third District of Mississippi. The gentleman from Mississippi (Mr. Wicker) mentioned his role as Mr. Veteran and National Guard and what he has done for the men and women in our Armed Services. His legacy is rich and it is full, and it is well-deserved. But his legacy and his story would not be complete if we did not also talk about his role, his leadership, his contribution in the congressional prayer breakfast.
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Honoring Congressman G.V. Sonny Montgomery and his contributions to Mississippi and the nation.
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