[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 109 (Thursday, September 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1669-E1670]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING NYS POLICE TROOPER JOSEPH A. LONGOBARDO

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 7, 2006

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, it is with much sadness that I rise and 
respectfully request the members of this honorable chamber to join me 
in commemorating the life of Joseph A.

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Longobardo, a respected member of the New York State Police, who was 
killed while serving his State.
  A native of Amsterdam, New York, residing in Ballston Spa, Saratoga 
County, Trooper Longobardo, 32, is survived by his wife and 1-year-old 
son.
  Trooper Longobardo, an 8-year veteran of the State Police, was a 1998 
graduate of the New York State Police Academy, where he distinguished 
himself through his commitment of service to the Citizens of the State 
of New York.
  Trooper Longobardo's commitment and dedication to protecting and 
serving the citizens of New York State was evidenced by his service in 
the elite Mobile Response Team. We recognize and thank Trooper 
Longobardo for his desire and dedication to the New York State Police 
Force.
  Trooper Longobardo desire to serve his fellow Americans extended 
beyond his Police work, as he was also a Technical Sergeant in the New 
York Air National Guard, based out of Scotia, Schenectady County.
  With great sadness, I, along with the Great State of New York and the 
United States at large, celebrate Trooper Joseph A. Longobardo 
achievements in life as we mourn his tragic passing in the line of 
duty. I thank you, Mr. Speaker, for offering me an opportunity to share 
with the House Trooper Longobardo's accomplishments and for allowing 
the chamber this chance to join the State of New York in honoring his 
life.

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