HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PHILIP SAMPSON

On 2026-09-03, Representative Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PHILIP SAMPSON" in the House.

HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PHILIP SAMPSON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026)] [House] [Page H5490] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PHILIP SAMPSON (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and the memory of Philip Sampson, a lifelong resident of Young Harris, Georgia, a graduate of the Young Harris College, and a member of Epsilon Delta Sigma. Philip was a devoted husband to his wife, Teresa, and a loving father to his daughter, Brittany. His family was the center of his life, and he was most happy when he was around them. Philip attended Towns County High School before graduating from Young Harris College, where he was a member, as I said, of Epsilon Delta Sigma Fraternity. To his college friends, including myself, he was mostly known as Cotton, a nickname inspired by the blonde head of hair that he had. Philip was a builder by nature. He loved working with his hands and spending time outdoors. He was also an avid hunter who treasured the time spent on his farm, a piece of property that he loved dearly. Philip spent a large amount of time filming videos for Xtreme Christian Outdoors, which brings together hunting, the outdoors, and God. May we remember Philip, our brother, for the tremendous life that he lived. ____________________