[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 139 (Friday, August 25, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E796]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING TRENTON BRAZIE

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                        HON. MARILYN STRICKLAND

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 25, 2023

  Ms. STRICKLAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Trenton 
Brazie, an Army veteran who continues to answer the call of service 
everyday as a firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, and CPR public 
education instructor here in our South Sound community.
  During his decade-long career in the Army, Trenton was deployed 3 
times, completing a combat tour in Afghanistan and peace tours in 
Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. He also served with the 17th Field 
Artillery Brigade at Joint Base Lewis McChord, and served in roles 
that, in 10 years' time, increased in leadership responsibility, 
including team leader, squad leader, and platoon sergeant.
  After the Army, Trenton reentered the civilian workforce with an eye 
towards community-centered service--he soon found himself with the 
Tumwater Fire Department, where he continues to work as a firefighter. 
And his service doesn't stop with fighting fires--he works to prepare 
and protect the community by teaching CPR and serving as an Emergency 
Medical Technician. Trenton is also pursuing a Bachelor of Science 
degree in Fire Service Administration at Eastern Oregon University, 
demonstrating his dedication to his own self-development as a public 
servant and emergency service professional.
  As Washington continues to face a fierce fire season, I thank Trenton 
for his selfless service to our community and our country.

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