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Tribute to Retired U.S. Navy Commander John "Jack" Holland

Original title: TRIBUTE TO COMMANDER JOHN "JACK" HOLLAND, USN (RET.)

Record date · June 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Senator Ted Budd formally recognized the military career and service of retired U.S. Navy Commander John "Jack" Holland in the Congressional Record. The tribute highlights Holland's 23-year career as a pilot, his service in Vietnam, and his post-retirement work on the F/A-18 Hornet program.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official congressional recognition of a veteran's service, marking a commemorative visit by Commander Holland to the Wright Brothers National Memorial on July 8, 2026.

Who It Affects

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John "Jack" Holland

He is the subject of an official congressional tribute recognizing his military and professional service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is John "Jack" Holland?

He is a retired U.S. Navy Commander who served as a pilot for 23 years, including deployments in Vietnam, and later worked as an engineering consultant on Navy missile and aircraft programs.

What is the significance of July 8, 2026, for Commander Holland?

He is returning to the First Flight Airport and the Wright Brothers National Memorial to commemorate his years of service as a Navy pilot.

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Connected Entities

Wright Brothers National Memorial, John "Jack" Holland, Government Publishing Office and 5 more

locationWright Brothers National Memorial“Site of Holland's upcoming commemorative visit.”Map →

PersonJohn "Jack" Holland“Retired U.S. Navy Commander and subject of the tribute.”Map →

OrganizationGovernment Publishing Office“Publisher of the Congressional Record.”Map →

locationNaval Air Station Miramar“Location of Holland's early pilot career.”Map →

locationNaval Air Station Oceana“Location of Holland's final command.”Map →

locationFirst Flight Airport“Site of Holland's upcoming commemorative visit.”Map →

PersonTed Budd“U.S. Senator who introduced the tribute.”Map →

OrganizationU.S. Navy“Branch of service for Commander Holland.”Map →

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