[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 14, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E192]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


            HONORING SOUTHLAKE POLICE OFFICER NATE ANDERSON

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 14, 2012

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I recognize 
Southlake Officer Nate Anderson for his unbelievable act of generosity 
by going above and beyond the call of duty to assist an individual in 
need.
  Officer Anderson was patrolling the town square late one evening in 
December 2011 when he came across a parked vehicle with a woman trying 
to fall asleep in the back seat.
  The woman was in her forties, and she had moved from California to 
Texas hoping for better opportunities. When Officer Anderson approached 
her, he found her distressed and crying. She explained her plight and 
how her situation had left her stranded and alone.
  Officer Anderson verified her story by looking at her prepared 
resume. Going beyond the call of duty, he arranged for the woman to 
have a hot meal, a full tank of gas and a hotel room for two nights. He 
then gave her all his cash, totaling $150. To ensure that she had more 
help, Officer Anderson put her in touch with a number of churches to 
assist her.
  Remarkably, Officer Anderson did not speak of his actions. The event 
was an unknown incident until the woman contacted his superiors about 
his generosity. Officer Anderson's selfless actions demonstrate 
unbelievable charity. I am extremely proud to represent Officer 
Anderson and to recognize him as a Star of the 24th.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 24th Congressional District of Texas, I 
ask all my distinguished colleagues to join me in thanking Nate 
Anderson for his outstanding act of charity.

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