[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E247]
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                         KOHLER McINNIS TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2011

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend Kohler McInnis of 
Durango, Colorado, for his courage in the face of a direct threat of 
his life. His recent actions protected the lives of his fellow 
classmates, teachers, and St. Columba Catholic School staff. Kohler's 
actions were celebrated with the Citizen Commendation Award, presented 
by Durango Police Chief David J. Felice.
  Last April, Kohler was a seventh-grader at St. Columba Catholic 
School, when a fellow student told Kohler that he was planning on using 
a gun he had brought to school to harm one of the teachers. Despite a 
death threat from the student if Kohler told anyone, Kohler put aside 
his own well-being for the sake of others and informed a staff member 
of his classmate's intention. After a quick search of the student's 
belongings, a .22 caliber pistol was found.
  Kohler's actions show his strong inclination to do the right thing 
regardless of consequence or outcome. Kohler not only protected the 
lives of those around him, but gave a misguided child a second chance 
at a successful life.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Kohler McInnis for his 
exceptional conduct in the face of personal harm. I thank him for his 
ability to stand strong for what he believes right.

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