September 1, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 152 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E804]
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                      CONGRATULATING PATRICK ROMEO

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                             HON. TIM RYAN

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 1, 2020

  Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Patrick 
Romeo, of Boardman, Ohio, on completing the Hoka Hey Motorcycle 
Challenge in Panama City, Florida, this August.
  Being one of a hundred motorcyclists traveling 10,000 miles on a 
country-wide, 13-day journey, Patrick embarked on an excursion intended 
to raise awareness for veterans with traumatic brain injuries. This 
endurance challenge was aimed at testing the physical, mental, and 
emotional limits of all participants.
  Mr. Romeo demonstrated extraordinary leadership along with 
outstanding integrity and values, qualities that empower and inspire 
individuals and families to overcome their physical, mental, or 
financial challenges.
  Resurrecting Lives Foundation, an Ohio-based nonprofit founded by 
Youngstown native Dr. Chrisanne Gordon, was Patrick's designated 
charity. So far, Mr. Romeo has been able to help raise $16,000 for the 
charity, which advocates for veterans with traumatic brain injuries.
  The dedication and enthusiasm Patrick directed towards this once-in-
a-lifetime opportunity has left a positive impact upon the community. 
Patrick, you are truly an inspiration to all of us who serve the 
public, and for that, I am forever grateful.

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