[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 97 (Monday, July 12, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1516]
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                    RECOGNIZING TROOPER SAM MITCHELL

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 12, 1999

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize the dedication, service and outstanding efforts of one of 
Colorado's finest, Trooper Sam Mitchell of the Colorado State Patrol. 
As a former police officer, I know the time and commitment required and 
for his work and achievements I wish to pay tribute to Trooper Mitchell 
and commend him for receiving distinction as the Outstanding State 
Patrol Trooper by The Hundred Club.
  Joining the Colorado State Patrol in October of 1985, Sam Mitchell 
served with the Golden troop before transferring to the Colorado 
Springs Troop and later to the Pueblo Troop. He is a distinguished 
D.U.I. officer averaging over 300 D.U.I. arrests per year. His 
commitment to protecting the citizens of Pueblo has helped to save many 
families the heartbreak of losing a loved one to drunk driving.
  He not only dedicates his time to insuring the safety of those on the 
roads, he also gives of his time to attend court hearings in order to 
insure that the intoxicated drivers he arrests face justice for their 
crimes. I greatly appreciate Trooper Mitchell and his work for the 
people of Pueblo. Trooper Sam Mitchell is one of a kind and I am 
grateful for his service and dedication to protecting innocent people 
from the atrocities that may be inflicted by intoxicated drivers.
  For his commitment, compassion, and willingness to help I wish to 
commend Trooper Sam Mitchell. I would also like to congratulate him on 
a job well done, and I hope that he will continue in his noble pursuits 
to see justice done.

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