[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 54 (Monday, April 11, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E387]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO TREY RICE

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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 Trey Rice of Grimes, 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 Sunday July 12, 2015, Trey was floating down the Raccoon River 
with his cousin and friends. While resting on a sandbar, they heard a 
young boy yelling, scared and tangled in branches and floating debris. 
The victim seemed to be struggling to keep his head above the water and 
he was not wearing a life jacket. Without hesitation, Trey and his 
cousin jumped into the river, but the current pulled them rapidly 
downstream. After fighting their way back to shore, Trey again found a 
familiar place along the river where he knew he could reach the young 
boy. After jumping into the river for a second time, Trey was able to 
reach the young boy and pull him to safety.
  I, too, grew up along this stretch of the Raccoon River and know that 
while still waters run deep, Iowa's rambling river can turn vicious in 
a moment's notice. Trey is a hero for all of us who swam the river.
  Mr. Speaker, Trey is an Iowan who has made central Iowa citizens very 
proud. He has dedicated his young life to doing what is right and not 
seeking such attention. But it is with great honor that I recognize him 
today. I ask that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives 
join me in honoring Trey for his courage. I thank him for his service 
and wish him continued success in all his future endeavors.

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