[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 30 (Tuesday, February 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E281]
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              TRIBUTE TO THE 144TH MILITARY POLICE COMPANY

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 25, 2003

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, Congressman Dave Camp and I rise 
today to honor the service of the men and women of the 144th Military 
Police Company from Owosso, MI, who spent the past year defending the 
Pentagon.
  The 144th has a proud history of service in time of need. In 1990-91, 
the unit was activated and sent to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert 
Shield/Desert Storm, where it operated a holding camp for Iraqi 
prisoners of war. Numerous members of the unit have volunteered to 
serve at Michigan airports, border crossings, the Bioport facility in 
Lansing.
  In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, the effort of these soldiers 
has kept safe the command center for America's fighting men and women, 
and the heart of our national defense operations. These soldiers have 
sacrificed much for their country, putting their lives on hold to serve 
America.
  Today, as our Nation engages in a war on terrorism, these men and 
women are role models for their fellow citizens as they stand in 
defense of our nation and the free world. Their devotion and commitment 
to their country and to the state of Michigan have earned them great 
respect.
  Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join us in extending our 
gratitude to the fine men and women of the 144th Military Police 
Company. We are honored to recognize their service.

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