[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 17, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1000]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE 2014 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS FROM 
                       THE VIRGINIA STATE POLICE

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 17, 2014

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an outstanding 
group of men and women in Northern Virginia. These individuals have 
demonstrated superior dedication to public safety and have been awarded 
the prestigious Valor Award by the Prince William County 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 every day to keep our families and 
neighborhoods safe. This year's ceremony will recognize 25 individuals, 
one investigative team, and one Operational Task Force in a variety of 
categories including, the Silver or Bronze Valor Award, the Merit Valor 
Award, and the Investigative Merit Award.
  Two members of Virginia State Police are being honored this year for 
their exceptional service. It is with great pride that I submit the 
names of the following award recipients:

       2014 Silver Valor Award: Trooper Charles A. Lanfranchi and 
     Trooper Brandon West.

  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the 2014 Valor Award Recipients, and 
thank each of the men and women who serve in the Virginia State Police. 
Their efforts, made on behalf of the citizens of Prince William County 
and the Commonwealth of Virginia, 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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