Catherine Cortez Masto

Mr. President, Greeting · 20 wordsI rise today to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport’s Hawthorne Operating Site.¹Greeting Claims · 160 wordsFor 50 years, the dedicated men and women of the Hawthorne Operating Site have supported the U.S. Navy from right here in the Nevada desert. Though they are hundreds of miles from the ocean, their work has had an important impact on the readiness of our Navy and the security of our Nation and its allies. The Hawthorne Operating Site’s early work included helping with mine storage and maintenance, ²and today, it supports logistics and supply, demilitarization, and depot-level repairs for the Navy’s mine force.³ This 50th anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate the long history of the installation and the community that has grown alongside it. Originally established as the Naval Ammunition Depot Hawthorne in 1930, the site has been an important part of Mineral County and Nevada for nearly a century.⁴ During World War II, it served as a primary staging ground for munitions supporting our forces in the Pacific, highlighting Nevada’s important contribution to our Nation’s defense.⁵ Positioning · 18 wordsThe history of this installation is inseparable from the history of the people who have called Hawthorne home.Positioning Claims · 89 wordsThe nearby community of Babbitt grew alongside the depot, with its own schools, businesses, homes, ⁶and a strong sense of community. Generations of Hawthorne families have dedicated their careers to supporting the installation, building a proud tradition of hard work, resilience, and service. Today, the Hawthorne Operating Site continues that tradition as part of the Hawthorne Army Depot.⁷ Its close partnership with the Army is an example of the importance of cooperation across our Armed Forces. This partnership strengthens our Nation’s defense while supporting the local economy and community. Thanks · 31 wordsAs we celebrate 50 years of the NUWC Division, Keyport’s Operating Site in Hawthorne, I want to recognize the employees who have carried out this mission over the past five decades.Thanks Claims · 26 wordsTheir work often happens far from the public eye, but it is essential to supporting our sailors and maintaining the strength and readiness of our Navy. Procedure · 20 wordsI am proud to join the people of Mineral County and Nevadans across our State in celebrating this important anniversary.Procedure Thanks · 41 wordsTo the current and former employees of the NUWC Division, Keyport’s Operating Site in Hawthorne, thank you for your tireless service, your commitment to our Navy, and your dedication to defending our Nation and promoting peace and security around the world.Thanks Greeting · 16 wordsCongratulations on 50 years of exceptional service, and happy anniversary to the Guardians Beneath the Waves.Greeting