[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 89 (Thursday, June 24, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1223]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING ASSISTANT SHERIFF RICHARD BRESHEARS

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                         HON. DENNIS A. CARDOZA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 23, 2004

  Mr. CARDOZA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Assistant Sheriff 
Richard Breshears. Richard Breshears has had a long and exemplary 
career in law enforcement that has lasted nearly 35 years.
  Mr. Breshears began his career as a Stanislaus County Sheriff in 
1970. He soon became an investigator, where he dedicated almost 18 
years, rising from the ranks of detective to Lieutenant and working on 
several high profile cases that garnered national attention. In 1991, 
he was promoted to Captain and served as Commander of both the 
Custodial and Operations Divisions. In 1997, he was appointed to the 
position of assistant Sheriff and continues to command the Operations 
Division.
  Mr. Breshears has not limited his dedication to law enforcement and 
his community to working hours. He has continuously engaged in, and 
often led activities that allowed him and the Stanislaus County 
Sheriff's Department to better serve the community. In 1982, he 
graduated from the FBI academy in Quantico, VA. He has been a member of 
countless law enforcement associations and organizations over the 
years. He has dutifully served such organizations as the Stanislaus 
County Advisory Board on Substance Abuse, the U.S. Attorney's Law 
Enforcement Executive Council, and as President of the Stanislaus 
County Police Activities League for the past eight years.
  Richard Breshears' selfless service to his community has not gone 
unnoticed. His community has bestowed upon him such honors as the 
``Assyrian Community Presidential Award,'' the California Attorney 
General's ``Certificate of Commendation for Meritorious Service,'' and 
the Stanislaus Sheriff Department's ``Medal of Merit'' for exceptional 
service.
  It is my honor and privilege to join the community in recognizing 
Richard Breshears for his lengthy, dedicated service to his community. 
Throughout his career, he has distinguished himself as a leader and 
mentor. I am delighted to recognize his service and his retirement as I 
wish him the very best in the years to come.

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