[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 21 (Tuesday, March 1, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E322]
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                        IN HONOR OF TOM SUMOWSKI

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 1, 2005

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Tom Sumowski on 
receiving the Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, of the Year award by 
the Knights of Columbus, K of C. Mr. Sumowski was recognized at the 
annual Knight of Honors event on February 26, 2005, in Bayonne, New 
Jersey.
  For 5 years, Mr. Sumowski has diligently worked at the McCabe 
Ambulance Service. A quality EMT, he was recently promoted to the rank 
of Captain. Known for his dedicated service and compassion, he has 
earned the respect and admiration of colleagues and friends.
  Born and raised in Bayonne, Mr. Sumowski graduated from Seton Hall 
University and the Bergen County Law and Public Safety Institute.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Tom Sumowski for 
his exceptional service to the people of Bayonne. As a result of his 
tireless work in the medical field and his commitment and enthusiasm, 
he continues to play a vital role in the community and has positively 
affected countless lives.

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