[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 104 (Thursday, June 21, 2018)]
[House]
[Pages H5367-H5368]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING CONWELL-EGAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

  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 a high 
school in our community that has demonstrated its commitment to safe-
driving practices.
  Conwell-Egan Catholic High School, my alma mater, recently won the 
11th Annual Bucks County High School Seatbelt Safety Challenge. Of 19 
participating schools, Conwell-Egan had the highest percentage of 
students who

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wore seatbelts, at 97 percent. Conwell-Egan also had the largest jump 
from students not wearing seatbelts to those wearing them, rising 9 
percent from the fall.
  This impressive accomplishment would not be possible without the hard 
work of several key students in promoting safe driving initiatives. 
They are Robert Phinn, Todd Hartman, and Emma Kirby, who worked under 
the guidance of a dedicated faculty member, in particular, faculty 
member Josh Beauchamp.
  I commend these individuals for their work in encouraging safety and 
accountability throughout Bucks County, and for making alumni like 
myself very proud.


                             Opioid Crisis

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, as our Nation continues to grapple 
with the opioid crisis, I am proud to be working in a bipartisan 
fashion with my colleagues to advance necessary legislation to fight 
drug abuse and addiction in our communities.
  Just as impactful as treatment and sound policy in fighting this 
public health crisis is a personal touch to provide comfort and 
motivation to those struggling. And that is what Marti Hottenstein and 
her Bucks County charity gives to homeless individuals in our area.
  How to Save a Life Foundation, based in Warminster, was started by 
Marti to honor the life of her son, Karl, who tragically passed away 
from a drug overdose in 2006 after he was denied treatment.
  Today, Marti and volunteers from How to Save a Life Foundation pass 
out food, toiletries, and treatment resources to those struggling from 
addiction in our community, who, in many instances, have nowhere else 
to turn.
  I applaud Marti and all of the volunteers of How to Save a Life 
Foundation for their good deeds and dedication to ending addiction and 
the stigma that often comes with it. Together, we can and must put an 
end to the opioid crisis.


        Congratulating Montgomery County Senior Softball League

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
Montgomery County Senior Softball League, which celebrated its 20th 
anniversary in Hatfield Township, Pennsylvania, on Saturday.
  The league, founded by Vic Zoldy of Souderton, serves to provide 
recreational opportunities to individuals over 60 years of age. To 
date, it has grown to an organization with 16 teams and close to 200 
players. It has become so popular over time that there is now a waiting 
list to join the league.
  In addition to Vic, there are several other players who have played 
each year since its inaugural season including: Ray Forlano, 80 years 
old, of Warwick; and Angelo Malizia, 90 years old, from Harleysville.
  I am proud of the commitment that these people in this league have, 
the Montgomery County Senior Softball League. I am proud of the 
camaraderie that they add to our community, recognizing the importance 
of staying active.
  To Vic, Ray, and Angelo, I look forward to taking the field with you 
in 2034.

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