MS SC597

Recognizes Lieutenant Colonel Allen B. West's 22-year military career in the United States Army, which included service in multiple combat zones and numerous honors including a Bronze Star and three Meritorious Service Medals.

Acknowledges his 2010 election to the U.S. Congress representing Florida's 22nd District, where he served on the Small Business and Armed Services Committees during the 112th Congress.

Notes his current work as a Fox News Contributor, Director of the Booker T. Washington Initiative at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, podcast host, and author.

Highlights his educational credentials including a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Tennessee and two Master's Degrees, plus his memberships in military and civic organizations.

Welcomes Lieutenant Colonel West to the State of Mississippi and directs that the resolution be presented to him and forwarded to the Governor.