[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 122 (Friday, July 27, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1638]
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   HONORING KEVIN FOURNIER ON HIS GRADUATION FROM THE UNITED STATES 
                         CAPITOL POLICE ACADEMY

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 27, 2007

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor Kevin Fournier, an 
outstanding native of Beverly in my congressional district, who will 
graduate from the United States Capitol Police Training Academy today, 
July 27, 2007.
  Kevin Fournier grew up in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood and 
graduated in 2002 from Brother Rice High School. Kevin then attended 
the University of Iowa where he studied political science, earning a 
degree in 2005. From an early age, Kevin displayed the qualities of a 
scholar and a leader, and has always been determined to positively 
influence his community and society at large.
  Kevin's dedication, in addition to his outstanding academic and 
physical performance credentials, enabled him to enter the ranks of one 
of the finest law enforcement organizations in our Nation, the United 
States Capitol Police. Like all successful Capitol Police recruits, 
Kevin completed extensive courses at the Federal Law Enforcement 
Training Center and at the Capitol Police Training Academy. Kevin's 
exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and technical 
proficiency in firearms and police procedures will enable him to 
protect and serve Members of Congress, staff, guests, and the general 
public with distinction.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Officer Kevin 
Fournier and all of our new Capitol Police officers as they begin 
careers on Capitol Hill. I have confidence that these fine new 
officers, like Kevin, will serve as an example to other police officers 
around the country, following in the great tradition of the Capitol 
Police. As Members of Congress, we are grateful for the commitment of 
these new officers, and are forever indebted to all the men and women 
who have served or currently serve in the United States Capitol Police.

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