[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 177 (Wednesday, November 16, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H8515]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      COMMENDING HEALTHY SAVANNAH

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge 
Healthy Savannah for earning one of only two 2022 REACH Lark Galloway-
Gilliam Awards for Advancing Health Equity Challenge.
  Healthy Savannah is a public-private partnership of more than 200 
businesses, nonprofits, faith- and community-based organizations, 
schools, and healthcare and government agencies.
  Healthy Savannah aims to make Savannah, Georgia, a healthier place to 
live with a particular focus on reducing health disparities and 
increasing health equity for African Americans with lower incomes and 
those disproportionately affected by chronic disease.
  The CDC chose Healthy Savannah for this award because of its 
outstanding work improving the health and well-being of people in the 
communities in which they live. The members of the organizations within 
Healthy Savannah are all to be commended for the hard work and 
dedication that they have towards improving the lives of members of 
their communities.
  Congratulations, Healthy Savannah, and thank you for continuing to 
make our community a healthier place to live.


                    Honoring Fire Chief Randy Mobley

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Fire 
Chief Randy Mobley, an exceptional Georgian and selfless leader in his 
community.
  In 1982, Mr. Mobley was hired as a fireman. Chief Mobley went on to 
dedicate 40 years of service to the city of Brunswick, 10 of which were 
spent as the fire chief.
  Over four decades of noble labor, Randy has implemented many programs 
that have helped keep Brunswick citizens safe.
  His safety smoke alarm program provided smoke alarms to all residents 
in his community. Through this program, Brunswick was able to maintain 
a class 1 ISO insurance rating, the highest protection rating you can 
receive.
  What an inspiration it is to go to work every day and put your own 
life on the line to save others. Individuals like Chief Randy Mobley 
make me proud to represent the First Congressional District of Georgia.


                75th Anniversary of Indian Independence

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
75th anniversary of India's independence from the British Empire.
  On August 15, 1947, the Parliament passed the Indian Independence 
Act, officially establishing India as a sovereign nation after nearly 
90 years under the Raj. This act of Parliament marked the creation of 
the largest democracy in history, responsible for governing a nation 
over a billion strong.
  Though it may not seem like it at first glance, the United States and 
India share much in common. Our national identities were both forged 
from a rejection of British rule by crown or company. We both recognize 
the vital importance of autonomy, of independence, and freedom from 
foreign rulers.
  India's commitment to democracy and self-government has been 
unwavering in the past decades, and its future today is brighter than 
ever before.
  I am excited for America's relationship with India to continue 
flourishing, as it has for the past 75 years, and I am proud to call 
the people of India our friends.


                  Remembering Patricia ``Pat'' Bohler

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life 
of Patricia ``Pat'' Bohler, a woman who was a staple within the Garden 
City community for over 50 years.

  After being born in Texas, Pat moved to Georgia, where she attended 
Armstrong State University, earning a degree in education before 
earning her master's degree at Georgia Southern University.
  As a teacher with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, 
she touched the lives of countless elementary-aged children. Her work 
as a title I reading teacher will shape generations to come.
  In a display of her true desire to serve the community around her, 
she spent considerable time teaching adult education classes.
  Pat faithfully attended and served at Garden City United Methodist 
Church, where she was a member for 57 years. She taught Sunday school 
and was the president of the United Methodist Women. Outside of this, 
she was active as a Girl Scout leader and softball coach.
  She raised four daughters with poise and taught them the values of 
education, service, and community.
  She will be deeply missed and remembered by the innumerable lives she 
shaped.
  I extend my sincere condolences to Pat's family, friends, and 
community.

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