Commending the Coast Guard, Air Station Corpus Christi, and the crew of CG-6553 for their heroic efforts and courageous response to the catastrophic flooding across central Texas.

Key Points

• This resolution officially thanks the Coast Guard and specifically the crew of helicopter CG-6553 for their work during the massive flooding in central Texas on July 4, 2025.
• The flooding was caused by nearly 12 inches of rain that made the Guadalupe and Colorado Rivers rise over 26 feet in less than an hour, putting thousands of people in danger while they slept.
• One rescue swimmer, Scott Ruskan, was the only first responder on the scene at a camp where he helped coordinate the rescue of 165 people over three hours while working with other aircraft.
• The resolution highlights the bravery of the four-person helicopter crew who flew through dangerous weather and multiple failed landing attempts to reach the disaster zone and save lives.
• While this is a ceremonial gesture, it serves as a formal way for the House of Representatives to recognize the selflessness and professionalism of the 54 Coast Guard members involved in the mission.

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