[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 54 (Monday, April 11, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E385]
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                       TRIBUTE TO BARB JORGENSEN

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 11, 2016

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Barb Jorgensen of Harlan, Iowa, as one of Iowa's 2016 
Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by the American Red Cross of Greater 
Iowa.
  Each year, the American Red Cross serving greater Iowa honors 
individuals for their acts of great bravery, dedication and service to 
the community. The winners are nominated by their peers, highlighting 
Iowa's most compassionate and caring individuals. These extraordinary 
people commit actions which demonstrate the potential heroism and 
kindness which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland reflect the 
values and vision of the American Red Cross, leaving a positive impact 
on central Iowa.
  On December 28, 2015, Barb went outside to shovel snow when she 
noticed thick black smoke pouring from her neighbor's front window. She 
ran to the side of the house with the bedrooms and alerted her neighbor 
and occupants to leave the burning home. Because of Barb's actions and 
persistence, the neighbor and his son were able to escape the home 
safely.
  Mr. Speaker, Barb is an Iowan who has made central Iowa citizens very 
proud. She has dedicated her life to doing what is right and not 
seeking much attention. But it is with great honor that I recognize her 
today. I ask that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives 
join me in honoring Barb for her courage. I thank her for her service 
and wish her continued success in all her future endeavors.

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