[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E369]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING RICK McCOY UPON HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 27, 2026

  Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate a 
dedicated public servant, Rick McCoy, who will be retiring after 
thirty-five years of service as the Director of the Van Wert County 
Emergency Management Agency. Rick's commitment to public safety has 
helped the county's residents weather any emergency that has come their 
way.
  Throughout his thirty-five years of service, Rick has demonstrated an 
unwavering commitment to the safety and resilience of Van Wert County 
and its residents. He has led the agency through countless emergencies, 
natural disasters, and unforeseen crises, ensuring that communities 
received the swift and coordinated responses they needed in their most 
vulnerable moments. Under Rick's leadership, the agency grew into a 
model of preparedness and professionalism, forging strong partnerships 
with local, state, and federal partners to protect lives and property. 
His steady hand and tireless dedication have left Van Wert County a 
safer and better-prepared county.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special tribute 
to Rick McCoy upon his retirement. On behalf of the people of the 5th 
Congressional District of Ohio, I recognize the dedication and 
leadership that Rick has shown through his decades of service to his 
community. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.

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