[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 47 (Monday, March 19, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E336]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN RECOGNITION OF CABARRUS COUNTY'S DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL 
       SERVICES ALAN THOMPSON AND HIS SERVICE TO CABARRUS COUNTY

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 19, 2018

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize EMS Director Alan 
Thompson on nearly 30 years of service to North Carolina's 8th District 
and for serving as the Cabarrus County Director of Emergency Medical 
Services.
  Alan has spent his life dedicated to public service. His career began 
as a volunteer firefighter until he was hired by Rowan County EMS. 
During this time, Alan also served our country as part of the Army 
National Guard. Since being hired by Cabarrus County he has applied his 
knowledge in EMS to our community and helped those who need it most. He 
has been an integral part of helping me assist our constituents and 
provide them with the best services possible.
  Over the years, Alan has been devoted to bettering lives in Cabarrus 
County. He worked as a paramedic field training officer, relief 
supervisor, supervisor and assistant director before he took on the EMS 
director position. Alan has also served as a tactical paramedic, a 
state medical assistance team member, ambulance strike team leader, 
educator, advanced hazardous materials medic and track medic. As you 
can see, Alan's servant heart never stops, no matter the day or time.
  While Alan may no longer be the EMS Director, he will continue his 
passion for EMS as Director of Curriculum and continuing education 
programs for EMS and emergency management at Rowan Cabarrus Community 
College. This position will allow Alan to groom future EMS technicians 
and paramedics. I have no doubt the students under his leadership and 
experience will become the best in North Carolina. I am extremely 
grateful for Alan's service to our community and I wish him continued 
success.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in honoring EMS Director Alan 
Thompson for his service to our community.

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