[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 114 (Wednesday, June 30, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E722]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN RECOGNITION OF DEPUTY JON HOLT

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 30, 2021

  Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Deputy Jon Holt 
for his heroic actions and continued outstanding service.
  Most recently, Deputy Holt has been recognized for his courageous act 
of heroism in the line of duty. Single-handedly, Deputy Holt rescued a 
woman from being crushed and suffocated underneath an overturned car 
when he lifted the vehicle off the trapped woman. Both the mother and 
her child were able to walk away from the accident unharmed.
  This was not the first time that Deputy Holt has exhibited bravery 
and commitment to public safety. Deputy Holt was also recognized by the 
Greater Hampton Roads Regional Crime Line as both the local and 
regional ``Top Cop'' after rescuing two people trapped in a burning 
house.
  In addition to his eight years with the Gloucester County Sheriff's 
Department, Deputy Holt served his country in Iraq as a member of the 
Virginia National Guard. In 2007 he was severely wounded by an 
improvised explosive device while on patrol in Baghdad. Following 
several years of rehabilitation and after medical retirement from the 
military, Holt joined the Sheriff's Department.
  Currently, Deputy Holt is completing his master's degree in National 
Security and recently began his assignment with the Gloucester 
Investigations Unit where he hopes to continue to serve his country and 
community.
  Deputy Holt has repeatedly put his own life on the line to keep 
others safe. It is an honor to recognize his valiant efforts and know 
that his substantial contribution to law enforcement has not gone 
unnoticed. I commend Deputy Jon Holt for his service throughout the 
years. Therefore, Madam Speaker, I ask that you rise with me to 
recognize the brave and humble service of Deputy Jon Holt.

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