MS HC63

Commends Sergeant Major Paul Collier for 40 years of military service to the United States Army, beginning February 9, 1978, when he enlisted in the Mississippi Army National Guard.

Recognizes Collier's service across multiple units including the 890th Engineer Battalion, 20th Special Forces Group, and various other commands, with final assignment as Senior Supply Logistics Supervisor at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center.

Acknowledges Collier's deployments to Panama, Italy, South America, and combat operations including Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Details Collier's numerous federal military awards including the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters, and state awards including the Mississippi Magnolia Cross and Mississippi Commendation Medal.

Directs copies of the resolution to be furnished to Sergeant Major Collier and members of the Capitol Press Corps.