[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 58 (Tuesday, April 4, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E447]
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                         RECOGNIZING HUGH MAHR

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 4, 2017

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Hugh Mahr, a West Point cadet from my district who displayed profound 
courage in saving the lives of two motorists last fall.
  Last November, Hugh and his parents encountered a traffic accident on 
the interstate while on their way to their home in Mt. Auburn. Hugh 
spared no time in approaching the vehicles, checking both the driver of 
the car and the driver of the tractor trailer.
  He quickly took control of the scene and determined that the driver 
of the car had a serious head injury. Hugh administered first aid, 
applied pressure to her wound, and successfully kept her conscious 
until first responders could arrive. Hugh also kept the tractor trailer 
driver from being removed from his vehicle until emergency personnel 
had evaluated the extent of his injuries, possibly saving his life.
  Without a doubt, Hugh showed true bravery in helping the individuals 
involved in the accident. He was awarded the Army Achievement Medal for 
his actions which, ``are in keeping with the finest traditions of 
military services and reflect great credit upon himself, the United 
States Corps of Cadets, the United States Military Academy, and the 
United States Army.''
  I am immensely proud of Hugh for the selflessness he displayed in 
offering his assistance to civilians in need. I am glad he will soon 
join the finest men and women in our Armed Forces upon his completion 
at West Point.
  I thank Hugh for his courage. It is an honor to serve him in the 
United States Congress.

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