[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 81 (Thursday, May 12, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Page S2489]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





     RECOGNIZING THE AMERICAN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION'S STARS OF LIFE

  Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the American 
Ambulance Association's ``Stars of Life'' recipients from Arkansas. I 
am proud to recognize these noble Americans who are always there to 
help those in need.
  The emergency medical technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, and other 
ambulance service providers deserve applause and appreciation for their 
commitment and selflessness. The ``Stars of Life'' program celebrates 
the dedication, service, and heroism of ambulance professionals who 
have gone beyond the call of duty on behalf of their communities and 
the emergency medical services profession. This initiative honors them 
and their significant contributions, while also raising awareness of 
the vital role EMS personnel play in our society and healthcare 
infrastructure.
  I am especially proud of the six ``Stars of Life'' from Arkansas: 
Devin Holland, Kenneth Jenkins, Randy Murry, Amanda Nesbitt, Alvin 
Short, and Benny Ford.
  Each of these individuals has devoted themselves to serving others by 
providing vital 9-1-1 emergency care in their communities. These 
dedicated public servants have used their skills and training for the 
good of others, both on duty and off duty. They exemplify the mission 
of their profession and consistently promote public health and safety.
  Our State's recipients, like those throughout the country, were 
nominated for this honor by their peers and administrators because of 
their selflessness, commitment to the job, positive influence, and 
``service before self'' philosophy. Their work ethic and service are 
described as contagious and commendable. Thousands of lives have been 
touched and even saved by these Stars of Life. Their work continues to 
better communities nationwide and impact emergency medical services 
positively.
  I am so grateful for these Arkansans, whose dedication to their 
communities is admirable as they make an unquestionable difference in 
the lives of those around them. They are an amazing example of heroism 
and service in action, and Natural State residents are blessed to have 
their help in a time of need.

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