Senator Joe Picozzi took to the Senate floor to honor Andre “Trey” Howard, an 11-year-old from Northeast Philadelphia, for his heroic actions following a recent plane crash. The young boy’s bravery has resonated throughout the Commonwealth.
During the incident in Northeast Philadelphia, Trey shielded his younger sister with his own body, sustaining serious injuries. He has since made a remarkable recovery.
“Trey’s actions revealed a strength of character far beyond his years,” stated Senator Picozzi. “In a moment of chaos and danger, he did what few adults would be capable of—he shielded his younger sister with his own body, instinctively acting to protect her without regard to his own safety.”
Senator Picozzi highlighted that Trey’s courage reflects the values of family, sacrifice, and grit that define the Great Northeast. “This young man represents the very best of our community,” Picozzi remarked. “And if you need proof that Trey’s Philly spirit is alive and well, after waking up he asked, ‘Is my sister OK?’ and then, ‘Did the Eagles win the Super Bowl?’”
Picozzi concluded by saluting Trey and his family: “Trey, welcome home. You are, without a doubt, a hero. May your story continue to inspire us to love more deeply and act more bravely in the face of adversity. Go Birds.”
