Joe Biden honored to meet Bills' Damar Hamlin, says his story 'inspired the American people'

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President Biden met with Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, saying his life-altering recovery from a tragic injury last season "inspired the American people."

Hamlin’s story has captivated more than just football fans after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. If not for the quick response by medical personnel on the field and at the University of Cincinnati Trauma Center, Hamlin may not be with us today. 

He has since recovered and turned his scary moment into one of hope, which Biden pointed out on Twitter following his visit.

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U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., left, greets Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin at an event to introduce the Access to AEDs Act March 29, 2023, in Washington, D.C. (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

"Damar Hamlin’s courage, resilience, and spirit inspired the American people," Biden wrote. "And what's more: he turned recovery into action – and our country is better for it. It was my honor to have him and his family here today. 

Hamlin visited Capitol Hill Wednesday in support of the Access to AEDs Act. The House of Representatives introduced the legislation Wednesday. It would make elementary and secondary schools eligible for funding for AED and CPR programs. 

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Hamlin was saved because of professionals trained to use an AED and CPR. He launched his "3 For Heart" campaign to raise awareness for AEDs and CPR. 

"To me, these kids represent why we are all here today. As I was growing up playing football, I don’t recall ever