[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 78 (Friday, May 9, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E409]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





            HONORING U.S. BORDER PATROL AGENT TRAVIS W. SALO

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                        HON. MICHAEL BAUMGARTNER

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 9, 2025

  Mr. BAUMGARTNER. Mr. Speaker, behind every badge is a story, a 
family, and a heart committed to service. I rise today with a heavy 
heart to honor the life of Border Patrol Agent Travis W. Salo, who 
tragically passed on April 25th in an off-duty vehicle accident near 
Metaline, in Pend Oreille County. He was just 36 years old--a life full 
of promise, commitment, and courage, taken far too soon.
  Agent Salo was more than just a dedicated public servant--he was a 
protector of our Nation's borders, a proud member of the U.S. Border 
Patrol's Spokane Sector, and a valued agent assigned to the Metaline 
Falls Station. He carried out his duties with integrity, honor, and 
quiet strength. Those who served alongside him remember him not only 
for his professionalism, but for the kindness, loyalty, and sense of 
duty he brought to every shift.
  His sudden passing is a painful reminder of the risks and sacrifices 
that the men and women in law enforcement face--both on and off duty. 
Agent Salo's story is one of dedication, bravery, and selflessness.
  Today, we pause not only to mourn his loss, but to celebrate his life 
and express our gratitude. He leaves behind a legacy of service that 
will not be forgotten.
  To his family, friends, and fellow agents, I extend my most heartfelt 
condolences. May they find comfort in knowing that his life made a 
difference, and that his memory will continue to inspire us all.

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