[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 15 (Monday, January 27, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E120]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE SERVICE OF EULESS POLICE OFFICER STEVEN ESKEW

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2014

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to recognize retiring Captain 
Steven Eskew for his 34 years of public service as a police officer.
  Steven graduated in 1977 from Central Missouri State University with 
a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration. 
Following his graduation, Steven worked for the Department of Public 
Safety in Raytown, Missouri, and as a security officer in the private 
sector.
  In 1980, Steven was hired as a patrol officer by the Euless Police 
Department. Throughout his career with the City of Euless, Steven has 
accomplished many achievements such as obtaining the ranks of Criminal 
Investigator in 1985, Sergeant in 1989, Lieutenant in 1993, and Captain 
in 2011. Aside from his promotions, Steven has been honored with 12 
personnel commendations, Distinguished Service Award in 1984, Police 
Officer of the Year in 1985, and Supervisor of the Year in 1991.
  Steven served as the Department Armorer for many years. Additionally, 
he has held the positions of Tactical Commander, Internal Affairs 
Officer, and Firearms Instructor.
  Steven has also earned a number of certifications and academic 
degrees within the field of law enforcement. The distinctions Steven 
has received over the years include the Basic Police Certification in 
1981, Intermediate Police Certification in 1982, Advanced Police 
Certification in 1986, Tactical and Sniper training in 1986, Firearm 
Instructor Certification in 1995, and Master's Police Certification in 
1995. In 1989, Steven graduated from the Southwest Law Enforcement 
Institute School of Police Supervision; additionally, he graduated in 
1994 from the Southwest Law Enforcement Institute Command School. At 
both institutes, Steven obtained high honors for his academic 
achievements. Overall, Steven received over 2,600 hours of in-service 
training throughout his career.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 24th Congressional District of Texas, I 
ask all my distinguished colleagues to join me in thanking Steven Eskew 
for his 34 years of public service as a police officer.

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