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Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the contributions of Mr. Michael DeVito during his outstanding service as an engineer at Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut.

Mr. DeVito began his time at Electric Boat in 1989 as an Engineering Associate and now, on July 17, 2026, he will retire as a Manager of Engineering. Throughout the 36 years that Mr. DeVito worked for Electric Boat, he provided his expertise and care to several important projects. He began by working on the Seawolf-class program--the world's most powerful fast-attack submarine--and eventually transferred to the Virginia-class program when it began in 2000. Engineering and construction of Virginia-class submarines enable the United States to maintain its asymmetric advantage in the undersea domain and Mr. DeVito continued throughout his career in helping lead waterfront construction for these boats. He finishes his career as a manager to another new generation of submarines: the Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine program. Across his time with Electric Boat, Mr. DeVito took part in working on the most advanced and pivotal Navy programs in not only the United States, but the world.

Mr. DeVito's dedication to his craft and to this country are seen clearly in his nearly four decades of work as an engineer. He chose to deploy his skills in service to our Nation's security, and for that, I commend and thank him. Electric Boat is a pillar of southeastern Connecticut's economy and community. As he was rapidly promoted into managerial positions, Mr. DeVito was given the well-earned opportunity to act as a leader for both those he worked with, and for his Connecticut community at large.

I ask that the House join me in celebrating the impressive career of Michael DeVito, and in wishing all the best to his wife Elissa, and their children Samantha, Emily, and Alexa.

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