[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 54 (Friday, March 29, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E295]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING CHANHASSEN FIRE CHIEF ANDREW HEGER

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                             HON. TOM EMMER

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 29, 2024

  Mr. EMMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Andrew Heger, who was 
recently sworn in as the Chief of the Chanhassen Fire Department.
  Andrew began his career as a firefighter in 2001 in his hometown of 
Victoria, and after 15 years of service to the department became the 
city's first full-time fire chief. But after more than two decades of 
service with the Victoria Fire Department, Chief Heger was ready for a 
new challenge.
  When he got the offer to serve as the Chief of the Chanhassen Fire 
Department, Andrew jumped at the opportunity. Chief Heger was 
officially sworn in as Chief earlier this month and will be leading a 
crew of 26 paid-on-call and 10 full-time firefighters.
  Being a firefighter isn't just a job, it's a calling. It's about 
being there for people when they need help the most, whether it's a 
fire, a medical emergency, or just lending a helping hand.
  For over two decades, Chief Heger has served communities in Carver 
County with dedication and bravery. Chanhassen is fortunate to have 
such a qualified and experienced leader at the helm of its fire 
department. I have every confidence that Chief Heger will continue to 
build upon the department's strong foundation and work to ensure the 
safety of the Chanhassen community for years to come.

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