RECOGNIZING COLLIN MILLER FOR EXEMPLARY WORK AND DEDICATION

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Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 57 (Monday, March 31, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 57 (Monday, March 31, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E269-E270] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING COLLIN MILLER FOR EXEMPLARY WORK AND DEDICATION ______ HON. MARK E. GREEN of tennessee in the house of representatives Monday, March 31, 2025 Mr. GREEN of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Collin Miller for his exemplary work and dedication to the people of Tennessee's Seventh Congressional District. Roughly four years ago, Collin joined my staff as a Military Legislative Assistant, where he handled armed services and worked in Congress to support our troops. Utilizing his experience from the Department of Defense, Collin helped me introduce and push forward key bills, including the General Thaddeus Kosciuszko Memorial Exchange Program For Polish-American Defense Cooperation Act, the Special Relationship Military Improvement Act to strengthen arms-sharing with the United Kingdom, and a congressional resolution and NDAA amendment to protect servicemembers from COVID vaccine mandates. Collin was a master of legislative strategy, adept at crafting impactful speeches and shepherding my bills through committee. Within just a year, Collin's hard work and strategic expertise earned him a promotion to Legislative Director. He was instrumental in getting my Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act signed into law, a version of my SCREEN Act passed in the FY24 NDAA, and five of my bills included in the FY25 NDAA. Collin's accomplishments will have lasting impacts on our Nation, and he did it all without asking for recognition. From his support for our farmers to his dedication to out nation's [[Page E270]] veterans, Collin embodies the Volunteer Spirit. He even spearheaded my Congressional Resolution honoring the father of country music, Hank Williams, on his 100th birthday. Just like the ``Hillbilly Shakespeare,'' Collin dedicated himself to preserving the vibrant spirit of Music City. Collin's influence extended far beyond state lines. During his time in my office, Collin championed tuneless principles, recognizing that we stand on the shoulders of giants and understanding that conserving Western Civilization is a fight worth having. A steadfast patriot, he is a stalwart defender of liberty and out Constitutional principles. Collin's hard work, his passion for Article I, and his eagerness to learn were only a portion of what made his impact in my office and the House of Representatives so robust. His deep understanding of history and insights into conservative giants like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher greatly benefited our team. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention Collin Miller's admiration for the great J.R.R. Tolkien. Collin's shelves lined with Tolkien's books weren't just for decoration--they were a well-worn source of inspiration. As Tolkien wrote, ``It is not our part to master all the tides of the world, but to do what is in us for the succor of those years wherein we are set . . .'' I believe Collin is doing just that. While Collin recently departed my office for an incredible opportunity, I know that he will continue to bring the same light and joy into the lives of others as he did to me and my staff. We will miss his steadiness on difficult days and his quick wit. I want to leave Collin with this quote from one of his favorite historical figures, William Wilberforce: Fix your eye on the glorious prize which is before you, and when your strength begins to fail, and your spirits are well- nigh exhausted, let the animating view rekindle your resolution, and call forth in renewed vigour the fainting energies of your soul.'' I wish Collin all the best in his future endeavors as he and his wife, Reiley, go out and conquer this next chapter in their lives. ____________________

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