[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 9 (Thursday, January 16, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H204]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              THANKING TEXAS' EIGHTH DISTRICT FIREFIGHTERS

  (Mr. LUTTRELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LUTTRELL. Mr. Speaker, sadly, wildfires are devastating our 
neighbors in California. In the face of this tragedy, first responders 
from across the country have answered the call to help.
  I will take a moment to recognize the brave firefighters from 
District Eight of Texas who have traveled from far east Texas all the 
way to California. This includes the firefighters from the Houston Fire 
Department as well as the Needham, Porter, Conroe, and North Montgomery 
Fire Departments.
  The City of Conroe Fire Department proudly deployed its newly 
commissioned Type 3 brush truck to assist in battling the California 
wildfires. This wildland fire truck is specifically engineered to fight 
fires in rough and challenging terrain.
  Our firemen expect to deploy for the remaining weeks. Their 
selflessness and commitment to protecting fellow Americans is 
inspiring. I thank these firefighters and every first responder 
stepping into harm's way.
  Guardians of their communities, firefighters are always willing to 
run into danger and share their brave hearts and strong hands. We pray 
for their safety, their quick return, and for all those who have been 
devastated by this tragedy in California.

                          ____________________