[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H5029]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING THE LONG FAMILY

  (Mr. OWENS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a beloved Utah family 
whose lives were lost this past week in a flash flood in Wayne County.
  Provo Fire Captain Spencer Long; his wife, Katrina; and their three 
sons, Reid, Thayne, and Gage, were camping when they were caught in 
floodwaters.
  They are survived by their daughter and sister, Lydia, who now faces 
this unimaginable loss.
  Mr. Speaker, the Longs are among the very best Utah has to offer. 
Utahns mourn together. No words will adequately express the profound 
loss that Lydia is now experiencing.
  On behalf of Utah, we offer our deepest condolences to her, Provo 
Fire & Rescue, the city of Mona, and all those who loved the Longs. To 
many, the thought of continuing without them is unimaginable. Yet, we 
hold fast in the Heavenly Father's promise that the Lord is near unto 
them that are of a broken heart.
  Mr. Speaker, today we pray that His presence be especially near Lydia 
and all of those who mourn. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in a 
moment of silence.
  For Lydia and those who mourn the Longs' passing, may God bless and 
comfort you.

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