Saluting the Service of Sergeant First Class Matthew Key, U.S. Army, Retired

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Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride and appreciation that I present Sergeant First Class Matthew Key, U.S. Army, Retired, with a Congressional Veteran Commendation. SFC Key continues to be an unwavering example of commitment to the well-being of others and the betterment of his community.

With twenty-one years of military service, SFC Key served his country in numerous operations including significant combat experience during the Gulf War. He received an astounding military education including Primary Leadership Development, NCO Advanced Course, and NCO Basic Course. Military leadership recognized his hard work and talents, bestowing several commendations ranging from the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and others.

After SFC Key retired from the military, he continued wanting to make positive impacts on his community. After doing stellar work as intern in my congressional office, SFC Key was promoted to permanent staff as a Constituent Liaison. District office staff have as challenging a job there is in public service. They often deal with constituents who are at their wits' end and have lost faith in the government that is supposed to serve them. SFC Key's combination of empathy and expertise has helped countless Central Texans navigate the often-challenging world of government agencies and services. His extraordinary efforts, commitment to excellence, and skillful work has enabled my office to serve Central Texans at the high level they deserve.

I proudly join SFC Key's friends, family, and colleagues in saluting his selfless service to the Army and Texas. He's been a trusted advisor, superb public servant, and vital part of Team Carter whose work has made a real and lasting difference in the lives of his fellow citizens.

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