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On the recordAugust 10, 2021
I rise today to honor the bravery and selfless service of the first responders and community members who responded to the horrific tragedy in Surfside, FL, on June 24, 2021, when the Champlain Towers South condo building suddenly collapsed in the middle of the night. Our Jewish Community, particularly Orthodox Jews, have been especially affected by this tragedy. We are incredibly grateful to Chesed Shel Emes for immediately rushing in to respond following the building collapse. They swiftly heeded the call of duty to aid in rescue and recovery efforts. In the face of tremendous tragedy, they ran into danger. They are heroes, and we can never thank them enough for their bravery and determination in the face of this terrible tragedy. I would also like to thank Rabbi Mark Rosenberg, who serves as director of Chesed Shel Emes, and all of those who worked selflessly to support our Jewish community and provide comfort during this time of need. Chesed Shel Emes did everything possible to make sure that search, rescue, and recovery efforts upheld Jewish law. Chesed Shel Emes worked tirelessly and relentlessly, offering resources, support, and comfort to the survivors and community in Surfside and to make sure that the needs of the Jewish community were met. This work was critical in helping to bring comfort to families who lost relatives, giving them faith that their loved ones were being cared for appropriately and respectfully.…
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Rick Scott
Republican · Florida
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Aug 10, 2021

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