Recognizing William `bill' Phillips of Bell Buckle, Tennessee

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Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize the achievements, dedication, and hard work of William `Bill' Phillips of Bell Buckle, Tennessee. Bill has lived a life dedicated to serving his Nation and keeping our military the strongest in the world.

Bill grew up on a farm in Tennessee and received a bachelor's degree from Middle Tennessee State University in Agriculture. This, however, was just the first of many educational degrees Bill would achieve. He also earned a Master's in Personnel Management, a Master's in Procurement and Material Management, and a Master's from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces.

In addition to his educational achievements, Bill also served our Nation in the United States Army. Bill retired as a Lieutenant General in May of 2014 while serving as the Army's Senior Acquisition Officer. He also served in the role of an Army Aviator with more than 30 years of experience. Bill became certified on the CH-47, UH-1, and OH-58 helicopters.

After retiring from the Army, Bill began a second career in the private sector. In May of 2015, Bill began working for Boeing as the Vice President for Army and Special Operations. At Boeing, Bill was in charge of five offices: Huntsville, AL, Fort Eustis, VA, Fort Novosel, AL, Tampa, FL, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, and Austin, TX.

Among Bill's other achievements are Middle Tennessee ROTC Hall of Fame, 2018, Defense Acquisition University Hall of Fame, 2014, Army's Acquisition Commander of the Year, 2000.

Bill and his wife, Marylyn, reside in Bell Buckle, Tennessee, where Bill still farms.

On behalf of our Nation, I thank Bill Phillips and congratulate him for all he has achieved personally and for the efforts and sacrifices he has made for our country.

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