[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 39 (Thursday, February 27, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H891]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                       RECOGNIZING HUNTER THOMAS

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
heroic actions of Deputy Hunter Thomas of the Ware County Sheriff's 
Office, who recently saved a life through his quick thinking and 
decisive actions.
  On January 29, Deputy Thomas responded to a severe accident on U.S. 
1/Georgia 4 near mile marker 8. A semitruck had collided with a Ford F-
150, leaving several people injured.
  Upon his arrival, Deputy Thomas found the semitruck driver severely 
wounded, suffering from a deep bleeding cut on his elbow. Without 
hesitation, he used his training and experience to apply a tourniquet, 
effectively stopping the excessive blood loss. His immediate response 
undoubtedly saved the driver's life.
  Deputy Thomas' professionalism, dedication, and courage exemplify the 
best of law enforcement. His actions not only protected a life that day 
but also set a standard of excellence for his department and 
colleagues.
  He was rightfully honored with the lifesaving ribbon commendation bar 
by Sheriff Carl James. We are beyond grateful for his bravery and 
service to the Ware County community.

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