[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 74 (Thursday, May 23, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E893]
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                       RECOGNIZING JAMES R. NUNES

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                            HON. BILL BAKER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 23, 1996

  Mr. BAKER of California. Mr. Speaker, for more than three decades, 
James R. Nunes has served as an officer of the law. Since 1979, he has 
been chief of the Pleasant Hill, CA Police Department in my home 
district. Now, after 37 years as a police officer, first with the 
military and then with three different cities, he is retiring from the 
force.
  Throughout his career, Chief Nunes has worked to make our streets 
safer, our communities stronger, and our children's future brighter. He 
knows the meaning of long nights, hard work, and personal sacrifice. 
His many community activities further reflect his commitment to the 
citizens of the East Bay, and are indicative of his devotion to the 
building of a better society.
  Those who work for public safety know that a secure society does not 
come cheaply. It is the product of vigilance, perseverance, and 
foresight. These are the qualities that have typified Chief Nunes' 
service. It is my sincere hope that Chief Nunes will enjoy a well-
deserved retirement from the force. His contributions have been both 
formidable and enduring, and I know all of my colleagues will join me 
in wishing him every good thing in the days ahead.

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