[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 170 (Friday, November 21, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2373]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO MATT McCHESNEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 20, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
pay tribute to a dedicated law enforcement officer from my district. 
Deputy Matt McChesney is a caring and capable law enforcement 
professional who is committed to improving the lives of families 
impacted by domestic violence. I am proud to join my colleagues here 
today in recognizing Matt's tremendous service to the Colorado 
community before this body of Congress and our nation.
   Matt often sacrifices sleep, and the few days he has off, to come 
into the District Attorney's office the morning after a domestic abuse 
arrest. There, he works tirelessly to ensure that each victim is 
treated with dignity and respect. In addition, Matt works with the 
Victim's Assistance Program and the Operations Division to educate and 
train volunteers on how to assist victims. For Matt's dedication and 
commitment to others, he was recently named Law Enforcement Officer of 
the Year. The people in Matt's district are safer as the result of his 
service and protection.
   Mr. Speaker, Matt McChesney is a dedicated individual who sacrifices 
his time to helping those who are victim to the terrors of domestic 
violence. His compassion and selfless service to our state definitely 
deserve the recognition of this body of Congress and this nation. 
Thanks for your service Matt, and congratulations on a well-deserved 
award.

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