[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 112 (Friday, July 13, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1515-E1516]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN HONOR OF OFFICER DAYLE WESTON HARDY, PLANO'S POLICE OFFICER KILLED 
                          IN THE LINE OF DUTY

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                            HON. SAM JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 12, 2007

  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, many are grieving the death 
of Officer Dayle Weston Hardy. The 9-year veteran of the Plano Police 
Department leaves behind a wife and 3-year-old twin girls. He died in 
the line of duty shortly after he was hit by a car while in pursuit of 
a traffic violator.
  His sudden and unfortunate death reminds us of the crucial role first 
responders play and the courage and selflessness they exhibit

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while protecting the American people and keeping our vibrant North 
Texas community safe. Wes impacted the lives of many people and he will 
be dearly missed.
  He is the second police officer in Plano to die in the line of duty, 
the first one since 1920. His death has truly rocked the area. To his 
family--please know that Shirley and I grieve Officer Hardy's death. We 
grieve for you. We grieve with you. And we lift you and your daughters 
up in prayer.
  Wes was a shining example of public service and inspiring courage. 
God bless him and God bless America.

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