This bill proposes to designate Runway 5L/23R at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, North Carolina, as the "Lieutenant General Carey Runway" . The legislation aims to honor Lieutenant General Richard E. Carey for his exceptionally meritorious service and distinguished career in the Marine Corps, which spanned from 1945 until his retirement in 1983. General Carey's notable service included combat operations in Korea, where he earned the Silver Star Medal and a Purple Heart , and command roles during combat in Vietnam. He also commanded the 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade, directing the Marine Corps' participation in the evacuation of Saigon, and served as Commanding General of the 2d Marine Aircraft Wing at Cherry Point. His extensive career included various aviation and logistics assignments, culminating in his promotion to Lieutenant General.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National Security
Lieutenant General Carey Runway Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-3256| House
| Updated: 5/7/2025
This bill proposes to designate Runway 5L/23R at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, North Carolina, as the "Lieutenant General Carey Runway" . The legislation aims to honor Lieutenant General Richard E. Carey for his exceptionally meritorious service and distinguished career in the Marine Corps, which spanned from 1945 until his retirement in 1983. General Carey's notable service included combat operations in Korea, where he earned the Silver Star Medal and a Purple Heart , and command roles during combat in Vietnam. He also commanded the 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade, directing the Marine Corps' participation in the evacuation of Saigon, and served as Commanding General of the 2d Marine Aircraft Wing at Cherry Point. His extensive career included various aviation and logistics assignments, culminating in his promotion to Lieutenant General.