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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK
of pennsylvania
in the house of representatives
Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and memory of Ian Frank Tortorici. Ian lived a life defined by service, courage, and an enduring willingness to stand with others in their time of need.
serve his country as a United States Marine, attaining the rank of Corporal. He later continued his commitment to public service as a federal law enforcement officer.
to serve. He traveled to Ukraine in March 2022 and joined the International Legion, where he fought alongside Ukrainian forces for more than a year. Serving first as a machine gunner and ultimately as a team leader, Ian repeatedly placed himself in harm's way for the people beside him and for a cause he believed was worth defending.
Ian's sacrifice was the culmination of a life spent serving others. He had already dedicated himself to protecting his fellow Americans, yet when faced with a distant war and people fighting for their homes and freedom, he was willing to go once more into danger.
lived: with courage, conviction, and a profound sense of duty. His sacrifice is a lasting testament to the kind of person who chooses to stand beside others when standing with them comes at the greatest cost.
alongside him, and remember his dedication to his country, his fellow service members, and the people of Ukraine.