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Honors Coast Guard Rescuer in Texas Flood
Recent Bills/Honors Coast Guard Rescuer in Texas Flood

Honors Coast Guard Rescuer in Texas Flood

IntroducedJuly 10, 2025
1 year ago
Intro
House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Transportation and Public Works
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Why This Matters

This resolution commends Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan for his bravery in rescuing victims during the flooding in central Texas.

If you live in Texas, this resolution honors the heroic actions of Petty Officer Ruskan and all who helped during the floods.
Who this affects
Petty Officer Ruskan · Coast Guard members · Texas community
What does this resolution do?
  1. 1Petty Officer Scott Ruskan saved 165 people during severe flooding in Texas.
  2. 2He served as the only triage coordinator at a rescue site, ensuring victims received medical care.
  3. 3The resolution expresses gratitude to all first responders and volunteers involved in the rescue efforts.
  4. 4The flooding began on July 4, 2025, causing significant damage and loss of life in Kerr County.
Read the detailed summary

This resolution commends and congratulates Petty Officer Third Class Scott Ruskan for his bravery and heroic efforts to rescue 165 victims during the July 2025 catastrophic flooding in central Texas. It also extends gratitude to all members of the Coast Guard, other federal and state agencies, first responders, and volunteers who risked their lives to protect and rescue others.

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Intro
House
IntroducedCurrentJul 10, 2025

Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

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