HONORING RIC DIMPFL ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 75TH BIRTHDAY AND OVER 50 YEARS OF DEDICATION TO THE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE

On 2026-06-10, Representative Nicholas A. Langworthy (R-NY-23) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING RIC DIMPFL ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 75TH BIRTHDAY AND OVER 50 YEARS OF DEDICATION TO THE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE" in the House.

HONORING RIC DIMPFL ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 75TH BIRTHDAY AND OVER 50 YEARS OF DEDICATION TO THE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E560] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING RIC DIMPFL ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 75TH BIRTHDAY AND OVER 50 YEARS OF DEDICATION TO THE VOLUNTEER FIRE SERVICE ______ HON. NICHOLAS A. LANGWORTHY of new york in the house of representatives Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Mr. LANGWORTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ric Dimpfl on the occasion of his 75th birthday and to recognize a lifetime of extraordinary service to his community and the fire service. For over 50 years, Ric has proudly served with the Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to protecting the lives and property of others. Beyond his service as a firefighter, Ric has been a tireless advocate for emergency responders throughout New York State. In 1991, he co- founded The Firefighter newspaper, providing a respected voice for the fire service community. He has also spent decades working with elected officials to advance legislation and policies that strengthen emergency services and support first responders. Ric's lasting impact on the fire service was recognized in 2025 when he was inducted into the Erie County Fire Wall of Honor. This distinction reflects not only his decades of service but also his leadership, advocacy, and dedication to improving the fire service for future generations. He is supported and celebrated by his wife, Sharon, as well as his children and grandchildren, who share in the pride of his remarkable legacy. Mr. Speaker, I ask that the United States House of Representatives join me in honoring Ric Dimpfl on his 75th birthday and thanking him for his extraordinary contributions to the Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department, Erie County, and the State of New York. His commitment to service, community, and family stands as an enduring example to all. ____________________