[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 66 (Monday, May 19, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E954]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL PEACE OFFICERS' DAY

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                            HON. KAY GRANGER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 1997

  Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, as we honor our Nations' peace officers 
today, I rise today to honor an outstanding officer in my hometown of 
Fort Worth. This week, Brad Patterson was recognized as Fort Worth's 
Officer of the Year at the 45th annual Police Appreciation Dinner.
  Brad is an example of an ordinary person doing extraordinary things. 
A 20-year veteran of the Fort Worth police force, Brad is a forensic 
crime-scene investigator who has expertise in fingerprint 
identification and in homicide investigation.
  His selection for the award was unanimous. Fort Worth Chief of Police 
Thomas Windham praised Brad at the ceremony, echoing the strong sense 
of appreciation for Brad that we all have.
  I came to know Brad during my years in the Fort Worth city 
government, first on the city council and then as mayor. And I can say 
from personal knowledge that Brad is a wonderful person, and I can't 
think of anyone more deserving of this award than he. Brad is an 
officer of courage and commitment, and man of conviction and character.
  Brad Patterson, we in Congress salute you today, and peace officers 
from around the Nation, as we recognize your accomplishments on 
National Peace Officers' Day.

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