Commending Healthy Savannah
Floor Speech
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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge Healthy Savannah for earning one of only two 2022 REACH Lark Galloway- Gilliam Awards for Advancing Health Equity Challenge.
Healthy Savannah is a public-private partnership of more than 200 businesses, nonprofits, faith- and community-based organizations, schools, and healthcare and government agencies.
Healthy Savannah aims to make Savannah, Georgia, a healthier place to live with a particular focus on reducing health disparities and increasing health equity for African Americans with lower incomes and those disproportionately affected by chronic disease.
The CDC chose Healthy Savannah for this award because of its outstanding work improving the health and well-being of people in the communities in which they live. The members of the organizations within Healthy Savannah are all to be commended for the hard work and dedication that they have towards improving the lives of members of their communities.
Congratulations, Healthy Savannah, and thank you for continuing to make our community a healthier place to live. Honoring Fire Chief Randy Mobley
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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Fire Chief Randy Mobley, an exceptional Georgian and selfless leader in his community.
In 1982, Mr. Mobley was hired as a fireman. Chief Mobley went on to dedicate 40 years of service to the city of Brunswick, 10 of which were spent as the fire chief.
Over four decades of noble labor, Randy has implemented many programs that have helped keep Brunswick citizens safe.
His safety smoke alarm program provided smoke alarms to all residents in his community. Through this program, Brunswick was able to maintain a class 1 ISO insurance rating, the highest protection rating you can receive.
What an inspiration it is to go to work every day and put your own life on the line to save others. Individuals like Chief Randy Mobley make me proud to represent the First Congressional District of Georgia. 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence
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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 75th anniversary of India's independence from the British Empire.
On August 15, 1947, the Parliament passed the Indian Independence Act, officially establishing India as a sovereign nation after nearly 90 years under the Raj. This act of Parliament marked the creation of the largest democracy in history, responsible for governing a nation over a billion strong.
Though it may not seem like it at first glance, the United States and India share much in common. Our national identities were both forged from a rejection of British rule by crown or company. We both recognize the vital importance of autonomy, of independence, and freedom from foreign rulers.
India's commitment to democracy and self-government has been unwavering in the past decades, and its future today is brighter than ever before.
I am excited for America's relationship with India to continue flourishing, as it has for the past 75 years, and I am proud to call the people of India our friends. Remembering Patricia ``Pat'' Bohler
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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life of Patricia ``Pat'' Bohler, a woman who was a staple within the Garden City community for over 50 years.
After being born in Texas, Pat moved to Georgia, where she attended Armstrong State University, earning a degree in education before earning her master's degree at Georgia Southern University.
As a teacher with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, she touched the lives of countless elementary-aged children. Her work as a title I reading teacher will shape generations to come.
In a display of her true desire to serve the community around her, she spent considerable time teaching adult education classes.
Pat faithfully attended and served at Garden City United Methodist Church, where she was a member for 57 years. She taught Sunday school and was the president of the United Methodist Women. Outside of this, she was active as a Girl Scout leader and softball coach.
She raised four daughters with poise and taught them the values of education, service, and community.
She will be deeply missed and remembered by the innumerable lives she shaped.
I extend my sincere condolences to Pat's family, friends, and community.
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