[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 26, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E725-E726]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE SELBYVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

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                       HON. LISA BLUNT ROCHESTER

                              of delaware

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 26, 2023

  Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the centennial 
anniversary of

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the Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company. Just over 100 years ago, a group 
of young men saw a need in their community, decided to act, and 
established this company. Now, a century later, it has grown into what 
it is today--a critical part of the Selbyville community with a legacy 
of exceptional service.
  In addition to this occasion being a chance for fellowship and 
comradery between those in uniform, it is also an opportunity for the 
rest of us, whom the members of the Company serve, to pause and express 
our gratitude for their selfless and dangerous work.
  We in Delaware know the risk each of these firefighters takes when 
they put on their uniforms and go to work each day. And to take on 
these risks is as remarkable as it is inspiring. Our state would not 
enjoy the same peace of mind without people like them answering the 
call and volunteering their time to protect our communities.
  In Delaware, we are incredibly proud to have so many wonderful 
volunteer firefighters up and down our state. I am proud to be their 
Congresswoman, and especially as a member of the Congressional Fire 
Services Caucus, I am proud to be their champion in the House of 
Representatives.
  Again, to everyone at the Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company, 
congratulations on this historic accomplishment and I thank them for 
their selfless service. Here's to the next hundred years.

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