[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 23, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E381-E382]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING JEFFREY HAMMOND

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                        HON. BRITTANY PETTERSEN

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 23, 2024

  Ms. PETTERSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jeffrey Hammond 
of Canon City for his heroic actions, which have earned him the 
prestigious Life Saving Award from the Park Law Enforcement 
Association.
  On January 29, 2023, while serving as an Arkansas Headwaters 
Recreation Area Ranger, Jeffrey demonstrated exceptional bravery and 
skill during a critical rescue operation in Bighorn Canyon. His quick 
response and decisive actions under pressure were instrumental in 
saving the life of a woman trapped in her vehicle in the frigid waters 
of the Arkansas River.
  Jeffrey's involvement in the rescue went far beyond the call of duty. 
Upon arriving at the scene and assessing the situation, he donned

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his swift water rescue suit and navigated the icy waters, having to 
force open the vehicle's door to access the driver. He then securely 
placed a life jacket on her and coordinated with first responders to 
ensure a safe extraction.
  On behalf of the people of Colorado's Seventh Congressional District, 
it is my honor to extend our deepest gratitude and congratulations to 
Jeffrey Hammond for his life-saving act.

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