[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 15681-15682]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING SHAYA GUTLEIZER

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                      HON. DANIEL M. DONOVAN, JR.

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, December 2, 2016

  Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Brooklyn resident 
Shaya Gutleizer's ceaseless devotion to his community.
  Born and raised in Brooklyn, Shaya knew as a child that he wanted to 
be a first responder like his father when he grew up. In fact, he 
signed up to be an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) when he turned 18 
and received his certification shortly after. When he wasn't saving 
lives on the clock, Shaya was giving his time working with multiple 
volunteer ambulance services. As an EMT, Shaya was responsible for 
numerous pre-hospital saves, which involves reviving individuals who 
are clinically dead. Due to his heroism, Shaya has been honored at 
various second-chance brunches, events where the honoree is thanked by 
the person he resuscitated.
  Moreover, Shaya Gutleizer has not been afraid to put his life on the 
line in service to others. On September 11, 2001, Shaya rushed to the 
World Trade Center and remained there for several days to assist with 
the rescue efforts. Soon after, he decided to serve his country further 
by enlisting in the Army. However, due to the conditions he encountered 
at Ground Zero, Shaya developed breathing difficulties and received a 
medical discharge. After finding out how many fellow 9/11 first 
responders were developing health issues, Shaya became a tireless 
advocate for the passage and permanent extension of Zadroga health 
benefits for the courageous heroes, such as himself who risked their 
lives on that fateful day to save others.

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  Mr. Speaker, Shaya Gutleizer's devotion to serving his fellow man and 
saving lives reflects the good in each of us. This country is great due 
to individuals like him, and I am proud to take this moment to honor 
him.

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