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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor longtime Adams County, Pennsylvania, Volunteer First Responder Kevin Brehm. Kevin passed away while on duty as an emergency medical technician on April 9 of 2026.
From his teenage years, Kevin devoted his life to public service.
member of the Northeast Adams Fire & EMS, where he had served as a deputy chief and mentor to so many aspiring first responders.
thousands of hours of training through his fire, rescue, and EMS disciplines.
and condolences to Kevin's family and to his fellow first responders throughout Adams and York Counties, Pennsylvania.
Recognizing John Franco
Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the career of my friend, Coach John Franco, an educator and a football coach, who positively impacted the lives of high school students at four schools over the last 39 years.
announced his retirement from coaching. Most recently, he was head coach of the Tyrone Area High School football team.
Franco led the football team to a combined record of 230-71 and three— yes, three—appearances in the State title game. His 1999 team won the PIAA Class 2A championship.
coaching his two sons, Johnny and Steve. Both sons earned all-State recognition.
my gratitude to Coach Franco for his commitment to the development of young people and offer best wishes for success in all of his future endeavors.
Acknowledging Behavioral Health Pod at UPMC Altoona
Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, with great pride, I rise today to acknowledge the successful and effective implementation of the behavioral health pod in the emergency department at UPMC Altoona.
facilitate, this innovative space provides patients seeking emergency treatment for behavioral health conditions with a dedicated, safe, and therapeutic environment separated from the traditional emergency department.
approaches, approximately 500 patients have already benefited from this novel treatment approach. Across Pennsylvania, fewer than five behavioral health pods are operational.
centered care support, offering individuals who need that mental health or substance use expertise in times of crisis.
a better experience in a private and less stimulating environment to begin their healing process.
Recognizing National Library Week
Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of National Library Week and the critical role that libraries play in communities across Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District.
Libraries are so much more than just a place to borrow books. They offer lifelong opportunities in learning through reading.
books from the Library of Congress to many libraries across Pennsylvania's 13th District.
lights on. That is exactly why I introduced the Community Passport Services Access Act.
libraries remain viable community hubs by allowing the libraries to continue offering passport services, bringing in needed revenue, expanding services for residents, and reinforcing their role as a one- stop resource for the public.
This bill is about keeping library doors open.