HONORING BUCKS COUNTY FIRST RESPONDERS AT HEARTS FOR OUR HEROES RECEPTION; Congressional Record Vol. 165, No. 29
(House of Representatives - February 14, 2019)
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HONORING BUCKS COUNTY FIRST RESPONDERS AT HEARTS FOR OUR HEROES
RECEPTION
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
Pennsylvania (Mr. Fitzpatrick) for 5 minutes.
Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is home to
some of the most thoughtful and compassionate people in the Nation.
This was on full display earlier this month when parents and students
from the Howard Hersch Religious School at Congregation Brothers of
Israel held a reception for first responders, called Hearts for Our
Heroes.
Held at the Newtown Township Building, first responders in attendance
received letters of appreciation and cookies for their service and
their sacrifice. Students also sang a song of gratitude to the heroes
in our community.
I would like to honor several people, Mr. Speaker, who played a
pivotal role in ensuring that our community's first responders received
the recognition they deserve: Joan Hersch, Congregation Brothers of
Israel Religious School director; and Janet Barudin and Amy Stinson,
who co-chair the congregation's Caring Committee; as well as Rabbi
Aaron Gaber.
I would also like to extend my gratitude to all first responders in
Newtown Township and throughout Bucks County for all they do to keep us
safe.
Recognizing Judge Rea B. Boylan
Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the
remarkable career of a public servant in Bucks County, Pennsylvania,
who will be retiring at the end of her term.
Judge Rea Boylan, a resident of Hilltown, has spent 20 years on the
bench and is the most tenured member of the Bucks County court of
common pleas.
In her years of service, Judge Boylan has worked in the public
defender's office, the office of the district attorney, and also was
Bucks County controller before her judgeship.
Throughout Judge Boylan's tenure, she has been known as a fair judge
who is not afraid to hold people accountable and always seeks to
rehabilitate those in need.
Notably, her work with juveniles and those struggling with addiction
truly embodies her dedication to both justice and fairness.
I wish Judge Boylan all of the best in her retirement, and I speak on
behalf of all of Bucks County when we thank her wholeheartedly for her
service.
Congratulating North Penn High School Swimming Coach Jeff Faikish
Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate North Penn
High School swimming coach Jeff Faikish for being named Pennsylvania
Coach of the Year for girls swimming and diving during the 2017-2018
school year.
The National Federation of State High School Associations awards
coaches who exemplify the high standards of sportsmanship, ethical and
moral character, and have received the endorsement of their State high
school association.
Last fall, the North Penn High School swim team won the State
championship and, under John's leadership, has competed in seven State
championship meets.
Mr. Speaker, we congratulate John for receiving this honor and all
the athletes of the North Penn girls swim team for their outstanding
achievements. We wish them all continued success in their future
endeavors.
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