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HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK

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On 2026-04-20, Representative Daniel Meuser (R-PA-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK" in the House. The speech addressed taxes.

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HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 69 (Monday, April 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 69 (Monday, April 20, 2026)] [House] [Page H2984] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1950 HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK (Mr. MEUSER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. MEUSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight to honor the life and legacy of Berks County Fire Chiefs Jeff Buck and Robert Shick who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. On April 4, Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were participating in a missing person search when they were struck and killed by a man driving under the influence. Chief Buck and Assistant Chief Shick served the Berks County community with distinction for many years. The outpouring of sorrow and support from the entire community reflects the respect and admiration held by all. Beyond their outstanding service to the community, Chief Buck and Assistant Chief Shick were also both dedicated family men. I want to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to their surviving wives, children, and grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, this unspeakable tragedy highlights the dangers our first responders face every day. I know the entire Berks County community will never waver in their commitment to honor the legacy of these brave heroes, and I urge Congress to follow their example by never failing to support our first responders, firefighters, and police. ____________________

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HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 69 (Monday, April 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 69 (Monday, April 20, 2026)] [House] [Page H2984] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1950 HONORING LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERKS COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS JEFF BUCK AND ROBERT SHICK (Mr. MEUSER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. MEUSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight to honor the life and legacy of Berks County Fire Chiefs Jeff Buck and Robert Shick who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. On April 4, Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were participating in a missing person search when they were struck and killed by a man driving under the influence. Chief Buck and Assistant Chief Shick served the Berks County community with distinction for many years. The outpouring of sorrow and support from the entire community reflects the respect and admiration held by all. Beyond their outstanding service to the community, Chief Buck and Assistant Chief Shick were also both dedicated family men. I want to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to their surviving wives, children, and grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, this unspeakable tragedy highlights the dangers our first responders face every day. I know the entire Berks County community will never waver in their commitment to honor the legacy of these brave heroes, and I urge Congress to follow their example by never failing to support our first responders, firefighters, and police. ____________________