[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 179 (Tuesday, October 28, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1009]
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 THANKING THE BOY SCOUTS OF TROOP 39 FROM MATTHEWS, NORTH CAROLINA FOR 
                             THEIR HEROISM

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                             HON. TIM MOORE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 28, 2025

  Mr. MOORE of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
courage of Boy Scout Troop 39 from Matthews, North Carolina.
  While on their way up to Camp Grimes, these scouts noticed the side 
of Calvary's Cross Church, in Casar, North Carolina, catching fire from 
an arson attempt. These young men did not hesitate. They pulled over, 
grabbed the water bottles and drinks they had packed for the trip, and 
started working together to put out the flames. Their troop leader said 
that at one point, the flames were shoulder height. Thanks to their 
quick thinking and resourcefulness, they helped stop the fire before it 
could spread and cause severe damage to the church.
  This is exactly what the Boy Scouts of America stand for--being 
prepared, stepping up in the moment, and serving others without being 
asked. These Scouts set a powerful example for all of us. They didn't 
wait for someone else to act. They saw a need, and they took 
responsibility.
  I am proud of these young men for their courage and presence of mind. 
Their actions made a real difference, and they reminded us all of the 
kind of character and leadership we should be encouraging in the next 
generation. Casar is lucky to have had them passing through that day.

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