[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 132 (Tuesday, August 20, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E837]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       CHRIS POA NAMED OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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                        HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 20, 2024

  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize Chris Poa of 
Hudson as Ohio 13's Champion of the Week.
  Chris has been a Hudson U.S. Postal worker for 29 years, and 
recently, his awareness and quick-thinking helped save the life of an 
elderly woman.
  Chris was on his delivery route when he noticed one of the residents 
he delivers to, a 91-year-old woman, had not picked up her mail in a 
few days.
  Chris often chatted with the resident, and his concern prompted him 
to call in a wellness check for her.
  When EMS arrived, they found that the older woman had fallen in her 
home and was unable to get up.
  Thanks to Chris's attentiveness, EMS was able to take the woman to 
the hospital for treatment.
  Chris was awarded the Hudson EMS Life Saving Award for his actions.
  And his selflessness and compassion is a shining example of the 
spirit that makes our district the Birthplace of Champions--a place 
where neighbors care for each other and look out for one another.
  I thank Chris Poa for his continued dedication to serving our 
community.

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