[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 163 (Tuesday, October 2, 2018)]
[Senate]
[Page S6430]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                    Tribute to SSG Ronald J. Shurer

  Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, I come to the floor to talk about the 
FAA reauthorization bill. Before I do that, I would like to take a 
moment to recognize a graduate of Rogers High School in Puyallup, WA. 
SSG Ronald J. Shurer II, who received the Medal of Honor yesterday for 
his selfless heroism in Afghanistan.
  When he heard wounded members of his team were trapped on a hill, he 
didn't hesitate. In the face of heavy enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Shurer 
shielded three wounded teammates with his own body and helped them 
reach safety.
  I congratulate Staff Sergeant Shurer for his heroism and bravery and 
his sacrifice, and I would like to congratulate him and his family on 
his receiving this honor. We in Washington are very proud of Staff 
Sergeant Shurer.