[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 162 (Tuesday, October 3, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H4961-H4962]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          THE DEDICATION AND PASSION OF VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize the Alpha Fire Company of Centre County.
  Recently, the Alpha Fire Company made history when an all-women crew 
took on the initial attack line in a three-alarm fire. Lieutenant 
Claudia Rudisill, firefighter Talia Cholach, and firefighter Kara 
Stover answered the call to protect and serve.
  Claudia is a recent Penn State graduate, and Talia and Kara are 
current students at the university. All three come from a long line of 
firefighters.
  Madam Speaker, they made history and they made a difference. They 
have put in the time and dedication to train, so when the call for help 
comes, they are able to respond and perform professionally. I know 
firsthand the dedication and passion volunteer firefighters have when 
it comes to protecting their communities.
  Madam Speaker, I thank Claudia, Talia, and Kara for their bravery and 
dedication to the State College community.

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