[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 78 (Thursday, June 2, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1029]
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                       A TRIBUTE TO RUSS HOFFMAN

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 2, 2011

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the retirement of Russ 
Hoffman, a native of Greene County, Iowa who is stepping down after 
more than 28 years as the Chief Deputy of the Greene County Sheriff's 
office.
  With Russ and his family helping him celebrate retirement, they were 
joined by present and former Greene County employees, local law 
enforcement, County supervisors, four officers from the Iowa State 
Patrol, and law enforcement officers from supportive surrounding 
counties.
  We certainly understand the enormous sacrifices that our officers and 
their families make to keep our citizens safe. I can't thank Russ and 
his family enough for their service.
  I know that my colleagues in the United States Congress join me in 
recognizing Russ Hoffman and thanking him for his service to the State 
of Iowa and Greene County. I consider it an honor to represent Russ in 
Congress, and I wish him a long, happy, and healthy retirement.

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