HONORING MARCEY PHILLIPS

HONORING MARCEY PHILLIPS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2375-H2376] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MARCEY PHILLIPS (Mr. Luttrell of Texas was recognized to address the House for 5 minutes.) Mr. LUTTRELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an extraordinary American. I am proud to recognize Ms. Marcey Phillips, a fourth- generation U.S. Army veteran, for her courageous service to our Nation and her continued dedication to the men and women who have worn the uniform. Marcey comes from a family with a strong tradition of military service. In [[Page H2376]] 2002, she answered the call by enlisting in the Texas Army National Guard, where she served until 2010 in Missouri, Georgia, and Fort Hood, Texas. In 2005, she deployed to Iraq and was stationed near Tikrit, one of the most dangerous areas of operation during that conflict. Like many who have served in combat, Marcey returned carrying invisible wounds. The experiences of war took their toll. In 2019, Marcey found a trusted companion and a source of healing in Beignet, a beautiful black Labrador retriever who has been with her ever since. That hasn't stopped Marcey. She stepped forward time after time. She continues to serve. She continues to be a steadfast advocate for fellow veterans through the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Today, she proudly serves as the post commander for VFW Post 4709 in Conroe, Texas, and as the District 17 commander at the State level. She leads with integrity, purpose, and commitment to every veteran post, district, and community she serves. Marcey Phillips exemplifies what it means to serve in uniform and in life. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of a grateful nation, we thank Marcey. We thank her for her service. We thank her for her sacrifice. We thank her for continuing to lead. We are honored to call her an American hero. ____________________