Senate Resolution No. [insert number] commends Dr. Raquel Peat on her recent promotion to Rear Admiral and Assistant Surgeon General in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. Dr. Peat is recognized for her extensive experience as a microbiologist and her leadership roles within the U.S. Public Health Service, particularly at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), where she oversees the regulation of orthopedic devices. Her career spans over twenty-five years, during which she has held various positions that demonstrate her expertise in public health, regulatory compliance, and emergency response.

The resolution highlights Dr. Peat's significant academic achievements, including multiple advanced degrees from prestigious institutions, and her historic milestones as the first female Flag Officer in the Health Service category and the first Jamaican-American Flag Officer for the USPHS. Her dedication to public service is further exemplified by her involvement in numerous emergency response efforts. The Senate expresses its admiration for Dr. Peat's exemplary service and contributions to public health, and it resolves to transmit a copy of the resolution to her in recognition of her accomplishments.