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Volunteer Firefighter Day on the Hill: senator urges thanks, announces chili cook-off
Summary
Senator Dickey marked Volunteer Firefighter Day, invited colleagues to a chili cook-off from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and noted that 92% of those who protect communities are volunteers.
Senator Dickey, recognized by the presiding officer, said it was Volunteer Firefighter Day on the hill and invited senators to a chili cook-off from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., urging members to thank volunteer firefighters for their service. “92% of the, the individuals that protect us every day are volunteers,” Dickey said, noting his 34 years of experience with the association.
Dickey framed the event as both a community outreach and a recognition of a predominantly volunteer emergency workforce. He encouraged senators to visit the event, thank attendees, and support volunteers; no legislative action followed from the announcement.
