June 27, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 109 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO TROY WITT

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, this week I have the distinct honor 
of recognizing Troy Witt, of Garfield County, for his selfless actions 
in helping those in need.
  Troy, a rancher and commercial trucker of Sand Springs, spearheaded 
an effort to send much needed donations to farmers and ranchers 
impacted by record flooding in Columbus, NE, in March of 2019. He was 
inspired by Montanans who came to his aid following the Lodgepole 
Complex fire, Montana's largest fire of the 2017 wildfire season. After 
losing 85 percent of his ranch, Witt was overwhelmed by the outpouring 
of support and supplies he received from those he had never met.
  When the opportunity presented itself, Witt decided to pay it 
forward. He planned to load up his 53-foot trailer with as much hay, 
fencing material, water and other supplies as he could and drive the 
700 miles to the drop-off site in Columbus. After the Garfield County 
Disaster and Emergency Services echoed Witt's plans, farmers from 
around Montana offered to donate supplies. His efforts helped bring 
hope to a region where hundreds had lost homes and businesses.
  Witt's act exemplifies the spirit of compassion and selflessness that 
Montanans embody. I and many others thank Mr. Witt for his good 
deed.

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