Resolution in honor of firefighter killed at Trump rally in Pennsylvania introduced in House of Representatives

Jane Wesolosky of Buffalo, Pa., waves a flag as the funeral procession for Corey Comperatore passes by Friday, July 19, 2024, in Sarver, Pa. Comperatore, a former fire chief, was shot and killed while attending a weekend rally for former President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

(WJET/WFXP) — A resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives to commemorate the man who lost his life at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania.

On Monday, July 22, a resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives honoring Corey Comperatore, who was killed while protecting his family from gunfire during the July 13 Trump rally in Butler County.

The purpose of the resolution is to mourn Comperatore, a volunteer firefighter, and to honor his “selfless and courageous life.”

U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), who introduced the resolution, expressed his condolences to Comperatores’ friends and family.

“Corey Comperatore was an example of what it means to be a man of service and sacrifice for his community, his country, and most importantly, his family. This resolution is just one way for members of Congress to honor his life and pay tribute to a true hero,” said Rep. Kelly. “Those who know Corey tell me he was a proud husband and father. May we continue to pray for Corey’s family and friends during this time.”

So far, more than 70 MPs have co-signed the resolution.