[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 103 (Wednesday, June 20, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H5290]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            ARTISTS ADVOCATING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Pennsylvania (Mr. Fitzpatrick) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of several young people in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 
who are advocating for environmental protection using their artistic 
talents.
  Recently, the Countryside Gallery in Newtown featured an exhibit, 
titled, ``One Planet: Wildlife Vulnerable to Climate Change.'' This 
exhibit gave students, under the guidance of artist Bonnie Porter, the 
ability to share their wildlife paintings in an effort to spread 
awareness of the threat of climate change. I am proud to recognize them 
now:
  Amelia Binkley, Bella Cacciatore, Allison Cirillo, Victoria Cirillo, 
Taylor Dahms, Amanda Gardner, Olivia Kelly, Brady Klein, Addison 
Kohler, Emily LaPlante, Kate Logan, Jessica Martin, Nicole Mercora, 
Grace Porter, Olivia Ralston, Nolan Riesenberger, Chris Riether, Violet 
Schroeher, Gabi Smith, Abby Steadman, Erin Stone, Katie Sukunda, Ella 
Walsh, and Anna Williamson.
  Madam Speaker, I applaud the activism, thoughtfulness, and impressive 
artistic abilities of these young citizens. I am proud to stand with 
them and will continue to fight with my colleagues to combat climate 
change and protect our environment.


     Recognizing Bucks County Outstanding Law Enforcement Officials

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of two 
outstanding law enforcement officials in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 
who are working tirelessly to make our community a safer place. 
Assistant District Attorney Megan Brooks and Deputy District Attorney 
Kristen McElroy were selected by fellow prosecutors in honor of their 
public service in pursuit of justice.
  Megan received the Danny E. Khalouf Memorial Award for Outstanding 
Performance. Described as a rising star, Megan works for the Youthful 
Offender program and the Special Victims Unit.
  Kristen received the Robert Rosner Memorial Award for Exceptional 
Service, Professionalism and Integrity. Known for her unparalleled work 
ethic, Kristen is the chief of the Special Victims Unit for adult sex 
crimes and directs the internship program.
  I commend these fine public servants for their dedication to law, to 
safety, and to protecting our community.
  I applaud District Attorney Matt Weintraub for leading such a fine 
team of attorneys that work tirelessly on behalf of all of us in Bucks 
County.


             Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, June is Post-Traumatic Stress 
Disorder Awareness Month, and I would like to take this time to 
recognize an organization in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, that works to 
rehabilitate heroes who struggle with this illness.
  Since 2014, Shamrock Reins in Pipersville has offered equine therapy 
to help veterans and first responders recover from PTSD.
  Founded by Janet Brennan, a registered nurse whose father served in 
the Vietnam war, Shamrock Reins uses a range of equine services, 
including riding therapy, to help assimilate our servicemen and -women 
back into society following their tours of duty.
  As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, I am continually in 
awe of the sacrifices that our soldiers and our first responders make 
every day. I applaud Janet for her service to our Nation's heroes, and 
I encourage all of our constituents to follow her lead. Together, we 
can defeat PTSD.

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