On the recordJanuary 15, 2020
Mr. Speaker, this is a very solemn moment for me and all west Texans. On Saturday morning, west Texas lost two of our finest and bravest first responders. Lieutenant David Hill of Lubbock Fire Rescue and 27-year-old Lubbock Police Officer Nicholas Reyna were responding to a rollover accident when they lost their lives in the line of duty. A 30-year-old firefighter and paramedic, Matt Dawson, was also injured and remains in critical condition. This is a tragic reminder that our heroic first responders wake up every single day and risk their lives to keep us safe. These men understood the sacred call to service. They gave the ultimate sacrifice and demonstrated the greatest love for their fellow man. The Holy Scripture says this: ``There is no greater love than this, than to lay down your life for your friends.'' May God welcome these earthly heroes into His heavenly kingdom. May He comfort the Reyna and Hill families. May He grant Matt a speedy and full recovery. May He continue to bless and keep those who keep watch over us. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will remind Members that the rules do not allow references to persons in the gallery. ____________________
