[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 33 (Friday, February 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E133]
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   HONORING THE HEROIC ACTIONS OF FIVE NEW YORK FIRST RESPONDERS IN 
                           VALATIE, NEW YORK

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                        HON. MARCUS J. MOLINARO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 17, 2023

  Mr. MOLINARO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the courageous and 
lifesaving actions of five first responders in Valatie, New York. Early 
on the morning of December 21, New York State Troopers Joseph Edinger 
and Nick Norton, Columbia County Sheriff Deputies Stephen Naegeli and 
Tyler Suchoski, and Valatie Fire Chief Joseph H. Loeffler entered a 
burning building in Valatie and rescued the three residents trapped 
inside along with two cats and a dog.
  Despite the flames shooting out of the second floor and smoke pouring 
from the building, these five brave men risked their lives for those 
inside. For their selfless actions, the town of Valatie has recognized 
each of them with awards for their heroism.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues in the House join me in 
recognizing the valiant actions of these five brave men and those who 
supported them. Their quick and courageous response on the morning of 
December 21 is a shining example of the selfless work our first 
responders do every day to protect our communities.

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