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Congressional Tribute to Michael 'Phoenix' Cortez

Original title: HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF MR. MICHAEL CORTEZ

June 24, 2026

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What this does

This document serves as an official congressional record of the life and service of a veteran, providing a formal acknowledgment of his contributions to the U.S. military and Department of Defense.

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Cortez family

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Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

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Summary

Representative Richard McCormick delivered a formal tribute in the House of Representatives honoring the life and military service of Michael 'Phoenix' Cortez. The statement recognizes Cortez's career in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force, as well as his civilian service with the Department of Defense.

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Why It Matters

This document serves as an official congressional record of the life and service of a veteran, providing a formal acknowledgment of his contributions to the U.S. military and Department of Defense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Michael 'Phoenix' Cortez?

He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and as a U.S. Air Force reservist, later working as a civilian for the Department of Defense.

What is the purpose of this document?

It is an '' in the Congressional Record used to formally honor the life and service of a deceased individual.

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Connected Entities

personMarnie Cortez“Child of Michael Cortez.”Map →

organizationU.S. Marine Corps“Branch of service where Michael Cortez served.”Map →

personMichael Cortez“The subject of the congressional tribute.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Defense“Employer of Michael Cortez during his civilian career.”Map →

personMichele Cortez“Child of Michael Cortez.”Map →

personSherry Cortez“Child of Michael Cortez.”Map →

personRichard McCormick“U.S. Representative from Georgia who delivered the tribute.”Map →

personSharon Cortez“Wife of Michael Cortez.”Map →

organizationU.S. Air Force“Branch of service where Michael Cortez served as a reservist.”Map →

personBlayne Cortez“Child of Michael Cortez.”Map →

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