[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 125 (Tuesday, July 22, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H3532-H3533]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING THE LIFE OF SARAH DOXEY

  (Mr. Baumgartner of Washington was recognized to address the House 
for 5 minutes.)
  Mr. BAUMGARTNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Sarah 
Doxey, a devoted wife, mother, and respected healthcare leader in 
Spokane, whose life was tragically taken last week while out for her 
morning jog.
  Sarah served as chief operating officer of CHAS Health and spent her 
career lifting up others. From her work at Providence to CHAS and 
beyond, she led with vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to her 
community. She made a lasting impact on healthcare in eastern 
Washington.
  Sarah is survived by her husband, Erick, and her two teenage 
children. Their loss is unimaginable. It is a loss felt deeply by the 
entire Spokane community. May her memory live on in the lives she 
touched.


 Future Farmers of America Inspire the Next Generation of Agricultural 
                                Leaders

  Mr. BAUMGARTNER. Mr. Speaker, last week I had the privilege of 
meeting with a group of outstanding students from the Washington Future 
Farmers of America.
  These young leaders come from diverse agricultural backgrounds: one 
from a grain farming family, one a dedicated cattle showman, and one an 
experienced horse rider. All are deeply rooted in rural Washington.
  Our conversation highlighted how growing up in farming communities 
shapes their values. With hard work, responsibility, and a strong 
connection to the land, their experiences keep them grounded and 
committed to preserving the future of agriculture.
  The Future Farmers of America plays a critical role in educating and 
inspiring the next generation of agricultural leaders. It was inspiring 
to hear firsthand how these students are embracing that responsibility 
with humility, passion, and purpose.
  I truly valued our conversation and look forward to strengthening 
this connection and championing the FAA's mission to inspire and 
empower the next generation of agricultural leaders.


                         Honoring Bryan Braman

  Mr. BAUMGARTNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and honor 
Bryan Braman, a true Spokane legend, whose life was as inspiring as it 
was beautiful. It was a long way from his tough upbringing in eastern 
Washington.

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  Bryan was born in Spokane's Hillyard neighborhood. Along with his 
sisters, he was raised alone by their mother, Tina Braman-Fields, after 
their father abandoned them.

  His childhood in Hillyard, Cheney, and north Spokane was marked by 
instability and hardship including periods of homelessness. Despite 
these challenges, Bryan's deep Spokane roots and the strength of his 
family shaped a resilient young man determined to rise above adversity. 
That determination would go on to define his life and his career.
  Bryan attended Shadle Park High School where he was an outstanding 
track and field athlete before deciding to join the football team. With 
exceptional athletic talent and unwavering resilience, he conquered 
every obstacle in his life, ultimately rising to prominence as an NFL 
linebacker and earning a Superbowl ring with the Philadelphia Eagles in 
2018.
  Known for his relentless spirit and generosity, even in his final 
days, Bryan rallied family and friends for a joyful ice cream night 
during the final stages of his battle with cancer.
  His spirit was and remains unbreakable. Bryan passed away last week, 
but his legacy lives on in his daughters, Blakely and Marlowe; his 
family; and all who were fortunate to know him.
  Spokane is proud to call Bryan Braman one of its own, and his 
beautiful life will continue to inspire us all.

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