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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. BETH VAN DUYNE
of texas
in the house of representatives
Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize our Texas-24 Hometown Hero, Corporal Lee Higginbotham. He is an Army Veteran with over 13 years of service who now serves as a corporal with the Dallas Veterans Affairs Police Department.
car, when he noticed a small crowd gathered and quickly realized a child was in distress. Without hesitation, he jumped into action, performing the Heimlich maneuver and ultimately saving the life of a choking 2-year-old.
and compassion of the officers who protect our community every day. I thank Corporal Higginbotham not only for his quick thinking and bravery in this moment, but for his years of military service and his continued dedication to keeping North Texas safe.