[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 126 (Wednesday, October 11, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1739]
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                         HONORING LUTHER POSEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 11, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it makes me very proud to honor a 
remarkable human being, Luther Posey. Through hard work and 
determination, Luther recently helped the Glenwood Springs Police 
Department earn the Silver Buckle Award. This award is presented by the 
Colorado Department of Transportation for a department's ``outstanding 
contribution to the safety belt program''. Luther's contribution has 
been credited with being a fundamental part of the department receiving 
this high award.
  For the past few years, Luther has been the primary individual in 
charge of gathering safety belt data in the Glenwood Springs area. His 
data is compiled every few months and then is used to enforce 
compliance with the state safety belt law. In a recent article by 
Heather McGregor in the Glenwood Independent, the following was said: 
``Police Chief Terry Wilson made it clear that without Posey's help the 
award wouldn't have been possible: `he does the sitting and counting of 
people using or not using belts.' ''
  Luther has worked very hard to collect data that has helped ensure 
that the seat belt laws are enforced and has in turn made the community 
of Glenwood Springs a safer place for all. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of 
the State of Colorado and the U.S. Congress, I would like to thank 
Luther for his efforts that helped the Glenwood Springs Police 
Department earn this prestigious award.
  Luther, it makes me proud to know that individuals such as yourself 
are taking it upon themselves to ensure that our communities are safe 
and secure. Congratulations and thank you for your service!

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