[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 29 (Thursday, February 14, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H2001]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING BUCKS COUNTY FIRST RESPONDERS AT HEARTS FOR OUR HEROES 
                               RECEPTION

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Pennsylvania (Mr. Fitzpatrick) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is home to 
some of the most thoughtful and compassionate people in the Nation. 
This was on full display earlier this month when parents and students 
from the Howard Hersch Religious School at Congregation Brothers of 
Israel held a reception for first responders, called Hearts for Our 
Heroes.
  Held at the Newtown Township Building, first responders in attendance 
received letters of appreciation and cookies for their service and 
their sacrifice. Students also sang a song of gratitude to the heroes 
in our community.
  I would like to honor several people, Mr. Speaker, who played a 
pivotal role in ensuring that our community's first responders received 
the recognition they deserve: Joan Hersch, Congregation Brothers of 
Israel Religious School director; and Janet Barudin and Amy Stinson, 
who co-chair the congregation's Caring Committee; as well as Rabbi 
Aaron Gaber.
  I would also like to extend my gratitude to all first responders in 
Newtown Township and throughout Bucks County for all they do to keep us 
safe.


                    Recognizing Judge Rea B. Boylan

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
remarkable career of a public servant in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 
who will be retiring at the end of her term.
  Judge Rea Boylan, a resident of Hilltown, has spent 20 years on the 
bench and is the most tenured member of the Bucks County court of 
common pleas.
  In her years of service, Judge Boylan has worked in the public 
defender's office, the office of the district attorney, and also was 
Bucks County controller before her judgeship.
  Throughout Judge Boylan's tenure, she has been known as a fair judge 
who is not afraid to hold people accountable and always seeks to 
rehabilitate those in need.
  Notably, her work with juveniles and those struggling with addiction 
truly embodies her dedication to both justice and fairness.
  I wish Judge Boylan all of the best in her retirement, and I speak on 
behalf of all of Bucks County when we thank her wholeheartedly for her 
service.


   Congratulating North Penn High School Swimming Coach Jeff Faikish

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate North Penn 
High School swimming coach Jeff Faikish for being named Pennsylvania 
Coach of the Year for girls swimming and diving during the 2017-2018 
school year.
  The National Federation of State High School Associations awards 
coaches who exemplify the high standards of sportsmanship, ethical and 
moral character, and have received the endorsement of their State high 
school association.
  Last fall, the North Penn High School swim team won the State 
championship and, under John's leadership, has competed in seven State 
championship meets.
  Mr. Speaker, we congratulate John for receiving this honor and all 
the athletes of the North Penn girls swim team for their outstanding 
achievements. We wish them all continued success in their future 
endeavors.

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