HONORING THE HOMECOMING OF THE 204TH TRANSPORTATION COMPANY

HONORING THE HOMECOMING OF THE 204TH TRANSPORTATION COMPANY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 61 (Thursday, April 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 61 (Thursday, April 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E298] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE HOMECOMING OF THE 204TH TRANSPORTATION COMPANY ______ HON. PABLO JOSE HERNANDEZ of puerto rico in the house of representatives Thursday, April 2, 2026 Mr. HERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the safe return of the 204th Transportation Company of the 1st Mission Support Command, as they return home to Puerto Rico following their deployment to the Middle East. Under the leadership of Brigadier General Christopher B. Creaghe and with the support of his Chief of Operations, Colonel Laura Miller, these soldiers carried out a mission essential to sustaining operations abroad. As fuelers, their work ensured that critical systems remained operational in challenging and demanding environments. Puerto Rico has a proud and enduring tradition of military service. Time and again, our men and women in uniform have answered the call with courage and conviction. The soldiers of the 204th Transportation Company embody that legacy, carrying with them not only the responsibility of the mission, but also the spirit of our Island wherever they serve. As they return to Puerto Rico, we welcome them back not just to a place, but to a community that has stood with them every step of the way. In Puerto Rico, service is shared by families who wait, by communities who support, and by an Island that carries deep pride for those who wear the uniform. Homecoming is a moment filled with meaning. It is the embrace of loved ones, the familiarity of home, and the quiet understanding of all that has been given in service. It is a reminder that while their mission abroad may have concluded, their place within our communities remains as strong as ever. I commend Brigadier General Creaghe and the leadership of the 1st Mission Support Command for their unwavering commitment to our servicemembers and their families throughout every stage of service. As Resident Commissioner, I remain committed to ensuring that Puerto Rico's servicemembers, veterans, and their families are supported, not only while they serve abroad, but also as they return home, where their reintegration, well-being, and continued success matter deeply. On behalf of the people of Puerto Rico, I extend my gratitude to the soldiers of the 204th Transportation Company. Their service honors our Island, and their return strengthens it. To the servicemembers, ``welcome home,'' ``bienvenidos a casa.'' ____________________