[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 46 (Monday, March 24, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E421]
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                       HONORING ABDULLAHI CHARIF

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                           HON. KEITH ELLISON

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 24, 2014

  Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Abdullahi Charif, a 12-year-old boy who tragically lost his life on 
March 1st, 2014, as a result of an accident that occurred while 
swimming during a physical education class at school.
   Abdullahi lived a short life but he made a significant impact on his 
family and community. He was a bright and promising young man who 
enjoyed life. We must cherish the gifts and lessons he provided to his 
family and friends during his short time.
   The tragic loss of Abdullahi should serve as a reminder that pool 
procedures in schools must be evaluated and held to the highest 
standards of safety. We must do all we can to avoid tragedies like this 
from occurring again.
   I offer my condolences to his family and community in this time of 
loss.
   Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring the life of 
Abdullahi Charif.

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