CONTRIBUTED BY THE OFFICE OF SEN. TOMMY TUBERVILLE
BEUAREGARD —
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring Specialist Rachel Roney-Rivera of Beauregard as the October “Veteran of the Month.” Excerpts from Tuberville’s remarks can be found below, and his full remarks can be found at www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3202035199942325&ref=sharing.
“Although she’s just 25 years old, Specialist Rachel Roney-Rivera’s life has been all about breaking barriers. A native of Beauregard, Rachel enlisted in the U.S. Army on her 18th birthday, using her interests to become a paralegal for the National Guard.”
“She graduated top of her class at the police academy before joining the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office. Rachel has proven to be a vital part of the force, including becoming the first woman to be selected for the SWAT team.”
“She also serves as a self-defense instructor, where she helps empower women in East Alabama with confidence and defense training techniques.”
“Her story inspires Alabamians young and old about what can be accomplished with hard work and determination.”
Tuberville recognizes a different Alabama veteran each month for their service and contribution to their community. Constituents can nominate an Alabama veteran and submit their information to Tuberville’s office for consideration by emailing press_office@tuberville.senate.gov.
Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs and HELP Committees.