On the recordJuly 30, 2020
Madam Speaker, I rise in support of my amendment on drowning prevention in H.R. 7617. This amendment emphasizes the pressing need to appropriate $5 million to the CDC to continue its lifesaving work on water safety and drowning prevention. This amendment is in memory of Jacob Sandy, a loving brother and son, who drowned off the coast of Lake Michigan just over a year ago. Jacob graduated from Seaholm High School, my alma mater. His young adult life was just beginning, and he was known for his deep Christian faith, his positive outlook, adventurous and humorous spirit. Now that summer is in full swing, it is time for us to ensure that no one has to experience the pain suffered by his mother, Carol, his brother, Paul, his sister, Charlotte, and the countless others who loved him. There is so much more we can do to prevent drownings in America.
