[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 175 (Tuesday, October 5, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1065-E1066]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING RICKY RODRIGUEZ FOR HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 5, 2021

  Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I honor 
Ricky Rodriguez. On his 25th birthday, Ricky learned the story of his 
birth and was inspired to pursue a career in nursing. From how his 
mother tells it, Ricky almost didn't make it, but thankfully the 
doctors, emergency room personnel, and nurses present cleared his 
airway and successfully intervened, saving his life. This story has 
left a profound impact, leading Ricky to attain his nursing degree and 
work to help Floridians receive the best possible healthcare.
  Just like the personnel who once intervened for him, Ricky works as 
an emergency department nurse. He also inspired his younger brother to 
pursue nursing and the brothers

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successfully graduated from the same class 12 years ago, Today, they 
are both proud to be nursing directors in their respective departments, 
always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone who might need it and 
help people live healthier lives.
  For this and more, we honor Ricky Rodriguez.

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