[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 143 (Tuesday, September 25, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE SOUTHAMPTON FIRE COMPANY NO. 1 AND THE TRI-HAMPTON 
                              RESCUE SQUAD

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                         HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 25, 2007

  Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I would like to 
take this opportunity to recognize the Southampton Fire Company No. 1 
and the Tri-Hampton Rescue Squad for their outstanding service and 
dedication to protecting our community. Everyday, they willingly and 
selflessly risk their lives to protect our families, friends and 
neighbors. They set an example with their inspiring courage and 
devotion and their sacrifice deserves our sincerest thanks and utmost 
respect.
  Madam Speaker, as the son of a former Philadelphia police officer, I 
know how hard America's first responders work to keep our cities and 
towns safe. They bravely face considerable danger and peril for the 
safety of families across our community. As their proud 
representatives, we ought to be just as committed to providing our 
first responders with the tools they need to do their jobs. True 
homeland security means supporting those who keep our families safe.
  Madam Speaker, the members of the Southampton Fire Company No. 1 and 
the Tri-Hampton Rescue Squad serve tirelessly to protect our community 
and we should do everything possible to give them the support they need 
to keep us safe.

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