[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 210 (Friday, December 12, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1189-E1190]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING SACRAMENTO METROPOLITAN FIRE DISTRICT'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 12, 2025

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 25th 
anniversary of the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and their 
unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the Greater 
Sacramento Area.
  Founded in 2000, the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District ``Metro 
Fire'' is a testament to the power of unity and a shared passion for 
public safety. This robust California Special District was forged from 
the strategic unification of 16 smaller, independent departments, 
culminating in the final merger of the American River Fire Department 
and Sacramento County Fire Protection District.
  Today, Metro Fire is a vital safeguard for the lives of over 720,000 
Sacramentans across a 359-square-mile area. From humble beginnings, it 
has evolved into one of the largest and most responsive fire agencies 
in California, operating 41 state of the art fire stations 
strategically positioned across the region. Sacramentans can rest 
assured knowing Metro Fire's highly trained professionals are prepared 
to handle a diverse range of emergency situations.
  Beyond emergency response, the Metro Fire district excels in building 
public trust and ensuring transparency. Their commitment to providing 
timely and relevant data empowers the public, community leaders, and 
decision makers to make informed, data driven choices.
  My mission as your congresswoman has always been to ensure our 
region's first responders are equipped with the absolute best tools and 
technology the federal government can help provide. Our partnership has 
expanded training for ``front line'' firefighters and advanced rescue 
capabilities through the acquisition of cutting-edge thermal imaging 
technologies to better locate victims in low-visibility environments. 
As we look ahead, I remain committed to working with Metro Fire to keep 
them on the frontline of emergency and disaster response, with the 
resources necessary for any situation they may face.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in commending the 
dedicated men and women of the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District 
for 25 years of exceptional service and their enduring promise to the 
community.

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