[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 35 (Friday, February 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E142-E143]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MICHAEL ROBINSON

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 21, 2025

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Emergency Medical Technician Michael ``Mike'' Robinson of the Medic 
Ambulance Service's Solano Division. I have named Mr. Robinson as the 
California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Solano 
County because of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication, and 
service to others.
  Born and raised in Woodland, California, Michael pursued his passion 
for emergency services by earning associate degrees in Fire Science and 
Business before beginning his career with Medic Ambulance Service in 
2012 as a Wheelchair/Gurney Van Technician. His dedication to serving 
his community and helping his patients led Mr. Robinson to quickly rise 
through the ranks to Emergency Medical Technician, officially becoming 
a certified paramedic in 2017.
  Amid the national healthcare provider shortage brought on by the 
COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Robinson stepped up to become a paramedic 
preceptor. In this role, he shared his years of experience and depth of 
knowledge with interns, supporting them in obtaining their paramedic 
licenses. In recognition of his outstanding service to our Solano 
County community, Mr. Robinson was bestowed the prestigious Stars of 
Life award by the American Ambulance Association in 2023.
  Mr. Robinson is also a pivotal member of Medic Ambulance's emergency 
response team. A notable emergency in 2024 demonstrates Mr. Robinson's 
exceptional leadership while precepting an intern in the field. 
Dispatched with the intern to aid a citizen who had been shot in the 
chest, Mr. Robinson quickly assessed the patient had diminished lung 
sounds and was struggling to draw in oxygen. Under his steady guidance, 
the intern performed a needle thoracostomy, which immediately improved 
the patient's breathing and blood oxygen levels. Thanks to Mr. 
Robinson's decisive actions and leadership, the patient made a full 
recovery.
  Beyond his work in the field, Mr. Robinson has played a crucial role 
in improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of Solano 
County's Emergency Medical Services. Mr. Robinson mentors interns and 
aspiring paramedics, contributes to company initiatives aimed at 
improving ambulance technology, and takes on extra shifts to support 
his colleagues. Additionally, he represents the Field Training Officers 
in the Medic Ambulance quality assurance program, ensuring high 
standards of patient care, and serves as a shop steward for the union.
  Outside of his professional commitments, Mr. Robinson is a devoted 
father to his three children, Sandy, Abby, and Hailey. Michael finds 
joy in spending time with his family, enjoying outdoor adventures like 
camping and fishing, and passionately engaging in his favorite sport, 
hockey. Mr. Robinson is also deeply involved in his local church, where 
he has led youth group meetings and taught Sunday School classes for 
the past five years.
  Mr. Speaker, Emergency Medical Technician Mike Robinson's expertise 
and dedication

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have greatly benefited both his patients and Solano County's Emergency 
Medical Services. His commitment to our community and his leadership in 
training the next generation of paramedics exemplify the best of public 
service. I extend our community's gratitude for his years of dedicated 
service and find it fitting and proper that we honor him here today.

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