Recognizing Ryan Pasborg

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Ms. HAGEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ryan Pasborg, a truly remarkable Wyomingite, whose exceptional character and heroic actions left a profound impression on both the community and the State of Wyoming.

The morning of February 2, 2022, began like any other for Ryan as he went about his daily commute to work. During his drive, he began to smell smoke, witnessed flames, and noticed three young children escaping from a burning home.

Ryan immediately stopped, and after speaking with the children, learned that their mother and younger brother were still inside the House. Without hesitation, and at great risk to himself, Ryan rushed into the burning home and managed to rescue both their younger brother and mother for whom he later administered CPR--all while on the phone with 911.

No lives were lost that day due to Ryan's selfless actions and unparalleled courage.

Upon being nominated, he was later rightfully awarded the Carnegie Medal, North America's highest civilian honor for heroism.

While Ryan's extraordinary actions that day will be remembered for generations, the courage, compassion, and integrity he exhibited are simply a part of who he is each and every day.

I urge all my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Ryan Pasborg for his valor and commitment to the safety of his fellow Wyomingites.

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