[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 137 (Friday, August 19, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E863]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING CAPTAIN BRIAN FALK

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                         HON. DAVID G. VALADAO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 19, 2022

  Mr. VALADAO. Madam Speaker, I rise today and am joined by my 
colleague from California, Mr. McCarthy, to honor the life and legacy 
of Captain Brian Falk. After serving the Kern County Fire Department 
for more than two decades, Captain Falk passed away on July 14, 2022, 
while on active duty at Station 23.
  Born in Bakersfield, California in 1974, Captain Falk was known as a 
fierce athlete, gregarious leader, and compassionate friend. As a 
student at North High School, he excelled in competitive sports, 
collecting numerous recognitions along the way for his athletic 
excellence. Upon graduation, Captain Falk attended Bakersfield College 
before transferring to the University of Nevada, Reno, where he 
received his bachelor's degree in Criminology.
  After his time in Reno, Captain Falk returned home to serve as a Kern 
County Probation Officer before joining the Kern County Fire Department 
in 2002. Within six years at the Department, he attained the rank of 
Captain--an incredible feat symbolizing Captain Falk's unwavering 
dedication to service. For over two decades, Captain Falk served 
alongside his team of committed first responders, protecting Kern 
County residents day and night.
  Captain Falk was the embodiment of service, honor, and dignity. His 
commitment to his family and his community is an example to us all. On 
behalf of the 21st and 23rd Congressional Districts of California, it 
is our privilege to honor Captain Falk's life. Our thoughts and prayers 
are with his wife, Jennifer, and two sons, Randall James and Tyler 
Matthew, as they mourn the loss of an incredible man.

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