[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 151 (Thursday, September 19, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Page S5597]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO RICK LATER

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, this week I have the honor of 
recognizing Fire Marshal Rick Later of Beaverhead County for his 40 
years of service protecting the folks of Dillon and Beaverhead County.
  Later's experience with firefighting began in 1974, when he joined 
the Dillon Volunteer Fire Department as a volunteer. After decades of 
volunteer service, Later became fire marshal in 2003. In his new role, 
he was given the responsibility of not only managing fire safety and 
prevention in Dillon, but overseeing the safety of Montanans across 
Fire District No. 2.
  The district stretches from Glen, to the south end of the reservoir, 
to Horse Prairie to Bannack. Spanning over 5,500 square miles, the 
county is roughly the size of the State of Connecticut.
  As fire marshal, Later ran the fire hall diligently every day. He 
oversaw equipment maintenance and managed fire investigations and 
building inspections. He also worked closely with the Dillon City 
Council and developed a relationship with the Beaverhead County 
Planning Board and Zoning Commission.
  Later's service to his community and commitment to volunteering is 
exemplary of the Montana spirit. I commend him for 40 years of service, 
and I join the folks in Dillon and Beaverhead County in gratitude for 
his insight and leadership over the years.

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