[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 114 (Wednesday, July 10, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H4543]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING BOONE COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ASSISTANT CHIEF MATTHEW 
                                 TOBBEN

  (Mr. ALFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. ALFORD. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart today that I rise 
to honor the life and service of Boone County Fire Protection District 
Assistant Chief Matthew Tobben, who lost his life in the line of duty 
this week during a high-water rescue.
  Prior to joining the Boone County team this year, Matt spent 19 years 
with the Union Fire Department and was part of Missouri Task Force One 
for 12 years.
  Today, we honor and remember Matt, especially his selfless dedication 
to others and his courage to always answer the call. He never turned 
down an opportunity to make a rescue or help his community.
  Our sincere condolences are with his family, friends, and loved ones. 
The Fourth District of Missouri will forever be grateful to Matt for 
his service and heroism.

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