[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 13, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E531]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2010 VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS IN THE MANASSAS CITY 
                           POLICE DEPARTMENT

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 13, 2010

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
outstanding members of the Manassas City Police Department. These 
individuals have demonstrated superior dedication to public safety and 
have been awarded the prestigious Valor Award by the Prince William 
Regional 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 everyday to keep our families and neighborhoods 
safe. The individuals are receiving awards at the 2010 ceremony in two 
categories: The Lifesaving Award and the Investigative Merit Award.
  Three members of the Manassas City Police Department are being 
honored this year for their exceptional service. It is with great pride 
that I submit their names into the Congressional Record:
  Recipient of the 2010 Lifesaving Award is: Officer Donald W. Hylton.
  Recipients of the 2010 Investigative Merit Award are: Senior 
Detective David E. Abbott, Jr. and Darwin A. Guyton.
  Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to take this opportunity to 
thank all of the men and women who serve in the Manassas City Police 
Department. Their efforts, made on behalf of the citizens of Manassas 
City, are selfless acts of heroism and truly merit our highest praise. 
I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding this group of remarkable 
citizens.

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