[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 59 (Monday, April 8, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S2643]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO STEVE SHAVER

 Mr. DAINES. Madam President, today I have the distinct honor 
of recognizing Steve Shaver of Flathead County for his courage and 
swift action that ultimately saved a fellow Montanan's life.
  On a routine day working on a project in Hungry Horse, MT, a woman 
emerged from her home signaling to Steve that she needed help because 
her husband was in the home unconscious. Steve acted without hesitation 
and sprang into action as he began facilitating lifesaving 
cardiopulmonary resuscitation--CPR--until the man regained 
consciousness and emergency service personnel arrived to the scene. 
Steve's calm composure and effective responsiveness demonstrated his 
ability to lead in a stressful emergency situation that many will never 
face.
  Here in the Treasure State, folks hold dear the principles of an 
honest work ethic and lending a helping hand when someone is in need. 
Steve's actions exemplify Montanans' commitment to looking out for one 
another, no matter the time of day or circumstances, and a man's life 
was saved because of his actions. Our famous Montana skies cannot truly 
be measured and neither can a man's ability to help out his neighbor 
when he is needed the most.
  Today, as we acknowledge Steve's act of bravery, we also pay homage 
to the deep-rooted values that Montana is known for, further 
attributing to our beloved State's title as the Last Best Place. John 
13:34 states, ``A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have 
loved you, so you must love one another.'' Steve's actions show that 
Montanans live that verse out every day.
  It is my distinct honor to recognize Steve Shaver for his heroic act 
of selfless service that saved a fellow Montanan's life. May his 
bravery and compassion serve as inspiration to each of us to stand by 
our neighbors in times of trouble. You make Montana proud.

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