[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 86 (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E470]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING AND HONORING THE HOPKINTON-FT. JACKSON FIRE DEPARTMENT ON 
                         THEIR 75TH ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 20, 2026

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and honor the 
Hopkinton-Ft. Jackson Fire Department on the 75th anniversary of its 
founding and thank them for their tremendous dedication to protecting 
and serving the Town of Hopkinton as well as the neighboring 
communities in St. Lawrence County.
  Since its founding in 1950, the Hopkinton-Ft. Jackson Fire Department 
has been at the forefront of combating disasters across the North 
Country. In addition to fighting fires, the Department protects 
Hopkinton and its surrounding communities by responding to medical 
emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, rescue calls, and natural 
disasters. These brave men and women have gone above and beyond to 
ensure the safety and stability of not only their community, but the 
North Country as a whole. For seventy-five years, they have faced 
challenges with unwavering resolve and compassion embodying the true 
spirit of civic virtue.
  Since their inception, the Hopkinton-Ft. Jackson Fire Department has 
grown tremendously to help answer the call in their community. Starting 
with the station's purchase for one dollar from the old Hopkinton 
School in 1950 and their first F-700 Ford Firetruck in 1957, they have 
expanded massively gaining their own St Lawrence County Central 
Dispatch system in 1987 and extending medical assistance to Tri-Town 
Rescue Squad starting 1995. The Department's growth has continued to 
its current size, boasting seven vehicles with capable fire engines, 
tankers, and specialized emergency response vehicles which are ready to 
answer the call at a moment's notice. These expansions have 
dramatically increased the Department's role and have allowed them to 
go above and beyond to serve their community.
  The Hopkinton-Ft. Jackson Fire Department has faithfully served the 
community, and their achievements stand as a testament to their hard 
work and dedication. Their presence is both an asset and a comfort to 
the citizens they serve in their time of need. They are fully staffed 
by volunteers who meet the demands of the job and perform them to the 
highest level, going above and beyond the call of duty in exemplary 
fashion making themselves available at any time for any situation.
  This year, Hopkinton-Ft. Jackson Fire Department will celebrate its 
75th anniversary. On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, 
it is an honor to recognize the generations of brave men and women who 
have volunteered with the Department and those currently answering the 
call. These extraordinary individuals have sacrificed their time and 
wellbeing to protect the North Country, and I am proud to recognize 
their historic accomplishments and service.

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