[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 164 (Tuesday, September 22, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H4652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO TEGAN ROOBOL

  (Ms. SLOTKIN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor Tegan Roobol of 
Howell, Michigan.
  Ms. Roobol has dedicated her career to helping others overcome 
obstacles. As a physical therapist who works with children with 
disabilities and those who have suffered traumatic injuries through the 
Livingston Educational Service Agency, Ms. Roobol has helped hundreds 
of children learn to walk, master basic motor skills, and gain 
independence.
  Recently, the inspiring mother of two had the chance to try out some 
obstacles of her own when she competed on the popular TV series 
``American Ninja Warrior.''
  Frustrated with the lack of recreation opportunities for those with 
disabilities, she developed a unique, adaptive ninja warrior program 
for children with special needs, and founded a non-profit organization 
to reach even more kids.
  Roobol has worked to overcome the obstacles of the stigma around 
mental illness, and bravely shared her own battle with depression in a 
book she authored.
  Regardless of what happens on the obstacle course, Ms. Roobol is a 
real-life warrior, fighting to make a difference for some of the most 
vulnerable members of our community.

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