[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 54 (Tuesday, May 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E763]
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                     A TRIBUTE TO BLUE RIBBON WEEK

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                            HON. JERRY LEWIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 5, 1998

  Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to your 
attention today the dedication and fine work of the many peace officers 
serving the cities and County of San Bernardino in California. To 
recognize the work they do to protect and serve our citizens, the week 
of May 11, 1998 has been designated as Blue Ribbon Week. Inland Empire 
Chapter 67 of the International Footprint Association--an organization 
made up of police, attorneys, and local business people--is a leading 
sponsor of this worthy effort.
  Blue Ribbon Week has been established to show public confidence for 
all peace officers and law enforcement agencies and to provide a moral 
boost for the men and women who display a badge in the name of 
protecting our local communities. During the week of May 11th, each 
citizen displaying a blue ribbon will demonstrate support for every 
police agency now serving both the cities and County of San Bernardino.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and our colleagues to join me in remembering 
the brave, devoted peace officers who willingly put their lives on the 
line every day. Blue Ribbon Week is an appropriate means of recognizing 
the many law enforcement personnel in San Bernardino County. It is only 
fitting that the House join Inland Empire Chapter 67 of the 
International, Footprint Association and the many citizens of 
California's 40th district in paying tribute today to these dedicated 
men and women.

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