[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 172 (Wednesday, October 30, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H8604]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





RECOGNIZING PENNSBURY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION 12-AND-UNDER AND 8-AND-UNDER 
                             BASEBALL TEAMS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Pennsylvania (Mr. Fitzpatrick) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Pennsbury 
Athletic Association 12-and-under and 8-and-under baseball teams, who 
were both honored for their championship-winning seasons.
  The 8-and-under team had an undefeated regular season. They went on 
to win the district, State, mid-Atlantic, and world series 
championships. The team's final record was an impressive 38-1, which 
included going undefeated during the Cal Ripken World Series.
  The 12-and-under team had a great season as well, winning the annual 
Keystone Cup State tournament. Winning is nothing new for this team. In 
the last 4 years, they have won two State titles and four district 
titles. They will be finishing the season with an amazing trip to 
Cooperstown for the national tournament.
  Mr. Speaker, the accomplishments of these teams show the importance 
sports can play in our children's lives. Team sports teach the 
importance of hard work, being part of a team, dedication, and 
sportsmanship. All these skills help mold our children and will help 
mold our children into the leaders of tomorrow.

  I commend the accomplishments of these amazing kids and their 
coaches.


 Recognizing Bristol Township Police Officers CJ Winik and Kurt Leacock

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize two police 
officers from Bristol Township.
  Officers CJ Winik and Kurt Leacock were promoted to the rank of 
sergeant in front of family, friends, and colleagues. Both officers 
serve on the Bucks County Homicide by Vehicle Task Force.
  Sergeant Winik has been a part of the Bristol police force since 
2006. He has worked as a field training officer, accident 
reconstructionist, firearms instructor, community response unit 
officer, and on the SWAT team. He will serve in the administrative 
division, supervising professional standards, accreditation, and 
training management.
  Sergeant Leacock has been part of the department since 2007. He has 
served as a field training officer, drug recognition expert, and on the 
crisis intervention team. He will share duties with shift commander 
Sergeant Tom Gaffney on patrol.
  Mr. Speaker, the role both of these officers play in keeping our 
community safe is admirable, and I want to wish the best to both of 
these men in their new positions and thank them for all their service 
to our community.


          In Support of National Veterans Small Business Week

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support National 
Veterans Small Business Week, which will take place from November 4 
through November 8.
  Our veterans are some of the most highly skilled workers in our 
Nation. They are the product of rigorous training, an ironclad 
commitment to teamwork, and the remarkable ability to succeed where 
others might fail.
  Veterans not only fight for and protect this country but are trained 
with the skills and leadership qualities that are needed to own and 
operate successful businesses.
  Our veteran small business owners are job creators, entrepreneurs, 
and heroes, and I am proud to recognize the important role that 
veteran-owned small businesses play in our community, and we thank all 
of them, from a grateful Congress, for their service.

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