Aaron Bean

Abolish the CMMI Act

in committee

HSA’s For All Act

in committee

Punishing Health Care Fraudsters Act

in committee

“Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the fallen officers of Clay County. There is a moment at every police memorial that always stands out to me. It is the moment when the names are read. No applause. No music. Just a voice, speaking each name slowly into the quiet. In that moment, something powerful happens. Those names stop being lines on a page and return to us as lives once lived--fathers and daughters, partners and friends. Men and women who once pinned on a badge, stepped into the unknown, and chose service over self. I include in the Record, twelve of those names from Clay County, Florida: Sheriff Josephus A. Peeler; Sheriff Charles M. Wilson; Sheriff Theodore S. Cherry; Sergeant Richard Watkins; Auxiliary Deputy Arthur Caton; Deputy Wilson Walker; Sergeant Eddie Hayes; Detective David A. White; Deputy Ben Zirbel; Sergeant Eric Twisdale; Deputy Clint Seagle; and Chief Derek Asdot. Each of these men served the people of Clay County with courage, integrity, and a deep sense of duty. Each answered the same call that law enforcement officers across America answer every day--a call to stand between danger and the community they serve. They knew the risks of the badge, and they accepted them anyway. Behind every one of these names is a story of service. Long shifts. Missed holidays. Quiet acts of courage that most people never see--a commitment to protect their neighbors and uphold the law even when it demanded the ultimate sacrifice. Their legacy continues today through the deputies and officers who still serve Clay County with honor. On May 7, 2026, the Clay County Sheriffs Office gathered to remember these heroes who gave their lives in the line of duty. Their families, fellow officers, and community stood together to ensure that their service is never forgotten. Mr. Speaker, a grateful Nation remembers. Their watch has ended, but their example lives on, and in Clay County, Florida, their names will always be called. ____________________”

2026-05-12 · Veterans

“Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Vice Admiral Michael Boyle on his retirement. When it comes to leadership in the Navy, Vice Admiral Boyle exemplifies vision, dedication, and integrity. Leadership in our armed forces is not just a role--it is a calling, a duty, and a profound responsibility. Vice Admiral Boyle has demonstrated these qualities at every level, whether guiding pilots in the air, advising commanders in strategic planning, or leading strike groups on complex operations. In the Navy, sailors are trained to weather storms, chart new courses, and serve without pause. Vice Admiral Michael Boyle has done all of that and more. Today, after decades of service, he finally reaches the safe harbor of retirement. Throughout his career, he has flown into some of the most challenging missions of our time--from Northern Iraq and Bosnia to Kosovo and southern Iraq--always executing with precision and courage. Ashore, he has trained the next generation of naval aviators, managed officer assignments, advised senior leaders, directed international partnerships, and coordinated critical fleet operations. His command assignments include leading a strike fighter squadron, multiple carrier air wings, Navy Region Korea, carrier strike groups, and the U.S. Third Fleet. In August 2024, he assumed duties as Director of the Navy Staff, continuing to guide the Navy with the same dedication and skill that have defined his career. A native of McLean, Virginia, and the son of a Naval Aviator, Vice Admiral Boyle graduated from Jacksonville University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and later earned a master's degree in foreign affairs from the Air Command and Staff College. Beyond his service, Vice Admiral Boyle's story is one of family and tradition. He met his wife, Tracy, at Jacksonville University in 1984. They married in 1990 and have two children: Daniel, who is pursuing a career in naval aviation in Kingsville, Texas; and Rachel, who works in New York City as a recruiter at ``Mother.'' Mr. Speaker, Vice Admiral Boyle is a true patriot and distinguished American who has devoted himself to the service of our Nation. It is appropriate that we honor him today by expressing our gratitude for his dedication and wishing him well on his retirement. ____________________”

2026-04-22 · Defense

“Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the retirement of Constance ``Connie'' Butler. A lifelong resident of Green Cove Springs, Florida, Connie's family roots in Clay County stretch back more than a century. Born at Clay Memorial Hospital, she grew up immersed in service, from Girl Scouts and NJROTC to 4-H, where she would later give back by founding the New Horizons 4-H Club. That spirit of service never left her. [[Page E355]] For more than 45 years, Connie devoted her life to nursing, including nearly two decades in geriatric care, followed by service in hospitals across the region, and ultimately with the Florida Department of Health in Clay County. Her commitment did not stop at her profession. Connie served three consecutive terms on the Green Cove Springs City Council, including two terms as Mayor, always putting her community first. Her faith has remained a cornerstone of her life through her work with New Trinity Missionary Baptist Church and regional Baptist associations, as well as through her involvement in organizations that support children and preserve culture. Through it all, her greatest pride is her family. Connie and her husband Bruce have shared 46 years of marriage, raised four children-- Bruce, Jr., Terrence, Adrian, and Contrinia--and are now proud grandparents to nine grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, Connie Butler's life is a testament to what it means to serve. As she enters a well-earned retirement, we thank her for a lifetime of compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to others. ____________________”

2026-04-22 · Government Reform