September 12, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 146 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                     TRIBUTE TO DEPUTY CODY CRINER

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, this week I have the honor of 
recognizing Deputy Cody Criner of Sweetgrass County for his brave 
action in service of his community.
  On February 6, 2019, Deputy Cody Criner was performing a routine 
check at a rest stop along I-90 near Big Timber, when he came across a 
Toyota Prius. At first, he believed the car to be abandoned. The car 
was covered in snow, and the hood and the exhaust were completely 
frozen over. Abandoned cars are common along this stretch of highway; 
however, Deputy Criner knew in his gut that something was wrong.
  Deputy Criner approached the vehicle to inspect the windows, and that 
is when he saw the hand of a 33-year-old man. The man's eyes were 
rolled into the back of his head, and he wasn't responding as Criner 
pounded on the window. In temperatures 10 degrees below

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freezing, Criner knew time was working against him.
  Criner took quick action and grabbed a hammer and broke the passenger 
side window. He proceeded to cover the man with as many blankets as he 
had and even took the beanie off his own head to keep the man warm. On 
that cold February day, Criner saved a man's life.
  Deputy Criner's quick action and commitment to service is exemplary 
of the Montana sprit. I know that Sheriff Alan Ronneberg and the entire 
Sweetgrass community are thankful to have a faithful public servant in 
Deputy Cody Criner.
  In recognition of Deputy Cody Criner's bravery and service, I ask 
unanimous consent that his name be entered into the Record and 
recognized as Montanan of the week.

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