[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 44 (Thursday, March 12, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E659]
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  RECOGNIZING THE FAIRFAX COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2009 VALOR AWARD 
                               RECIPIENTS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 12, 2009

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today, joined by my 
colleagues Rep. Frank Wolf and Rep. James Moran, to recognize an 
outstanding group of men and women in Northern Virginia. These 
individuals have demonstrated superior dedication to public safety and 
have been awarded the prestigious Valor Award by the Fairfax County 
Chamber of Commerce.
  The Valor Awards recognize remarkable heroism and bravery in the line 
of duty exemplified by our public safety agencies and their commitment 
to the community. Our public safety and law enforcement personnel put 
their lives on the line every day to keep our families and 
neighborhoods safe. More than 80 awards were presented at this year's 
ceremony in a variety of categories: The Lifesaving Award, the 
Certificate of Valor, or the Bronze, Silver, or Gold Medal of Valor.
  Two members of the Town of Herndon Police Department have earned this 
highest honor. It is with great pride that we submit their names into 
the Congressional Record:
  Recipient of the Lifesaving Award: Captain Robert L. Presgrave.
  Recipient of the Certificate of Valor: Sergeant Darcy L. Nidell.
  Madam Speaker, in closing, we would like to take this opportunity to 
thank all of the men and women who serve in the Town of Herndon Police 
Department. Their efforts, made on behalf of the citizens of Fairfax 
County, are selfless acts of heroism and truly merit our highest 
praise. We ask our colleagues to join us in applauding this group of 
remarkable citizens.

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