[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 157 (Tuesday, October 27, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2642]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING JESUS P. CARRILLO'S 38 YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE

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                          HON. SILVESTRE REYES

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 27, 2009

  Mr. REYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jesus P. Carrillo 
of El Paso, Texas, for his 38 years of distinguished public service.
  Mr. Carrillo began his career with the United States Border Patrol in 
June 1971. Over his distinguished career, Mr. Carrillo served as a 
Border Patrol Agent, Special Agent, Undercover Special Agent and Senior 
Special Agent. During his time with the Border Patrol, Mr. Carrillo 
gained the respect of his colleagues and his work was ultimately 
honored by former Attorney General Janet Reno when she awarded Mr. 
Carrillo with the Attorney General's Award in 1995. Mr. Carrillo fully 
embraced the Border Patrol's mission of securing our Nation's borders, 
and he served with great honor and distinction.
  In his time as a public servant, Mr. Carrillo was the subject of 
several threats and attempts on his life. His service is a reminder of 
the many risks that confront Border Patrol agents each day and why we 
owe them our sincere gratitude for their bravery, service and 
sacrifice. Before coming to Congress, I served for 26\1/2\ years in the 
Border Patrol, and I will always remain a part of that special family. 
I know first-hand the challenges and dangers that the agents face each 
day, and as a Member of Congress, I remain committed to ensuring that 
they have the resources and support that they need. I commend Mr. 
Carrillo for his 38 years of public service and sacrifice to protect 
our country and the City of El Paso.

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