[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 6077]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF THE LUZERNE COUNTY EMERGENCY RESPONDERS AND PUBLIC 
                        SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS

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                          HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 9, 2014

  Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to acknowledge the men and 
women of Luzerne County Emergency Responders and Public Safety 
Telecommunicators, who on April 12, 2014 will hold a Public Safety Open 
House to celebrate National County Government Month and National Public 
Safety Telecommunicators Week.
  Emergencies that require police, fire, or emergency medical services 
can occur at any time. When an emergency occurs, the prompt response of 
police officers, firefighters, and paramedics is critical to saving 
lives and protecting homes. The safety and success of our police 
officers and firefighters depends upon the quality and accuracy of 
information provided through the Luzerne County 911 communications 
center.
  Public Safety Telecommunicators are the first and most critical 
contact our citizens have with emergency services. They serve as the 
vital link for our police officers and firefighters by monitoring their 
activities by radio, providing them with essential situation 
information, and insuring their safety. Public Safety Telecommunicators 
of Luzerne County 911 play a substantial role in fighting crime, 
suppressing fires, and ensuring patients receive necessary and timely 
treatment. These dispatchers exhibit compassion, understanding, and 
professionalism in performing this crucial public service.
  I am honored to recognize these exceptional men and women for their 
distinguished service to their fellow citizens. Their diligence and 
professionalism keeps our community and our loved ones safe, and I 
thank them for all their work to protect Luzerne County.

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