[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 4 (Thursday, January 7, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E19]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             SHERIFF CHARLES BILLINGHAM, CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY

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                          HON. DONALD NORCROSS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 7, 2016

  Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sheriff Charles H. 
Billingham of Camden County, New Jersey for his achievements, 
contributions, and service to the people of New Jersey and the United 
States of America.
  Sheriff Billingham started his 34-year career as a patrolman in 
Gloucester City, New Jersey. Recognized for his talent and positive 
demeanor, he quickly rose through the ranks from patrolman to sergeant 
where he supervised and managed the daily activities of a patrol 
platoon. He moved to the Washington Township Police Department, which 
put him back on patrol again. His dedication earned him the respect 
from his fellow officers and he soon rose to the rank of chief of 
police. During his time as chief of police in Washington Township he 
focused many of his efforts on community outreach through educational 
programs including crime prevention, issues concerning youths, domestic 
violence, and drug awareness such as ``project aware'' and D.A.R.E.
  In 2007, after serving as a councilman and Mayor of Gloucester City 
for nearly 4 years, he was elected Sheriff of Camden County. He brought 
with him the same ``can do attitude'' he had displayed throughout his 
career. As sheriff, he continued to focus on educating and 
incorporating the police into the community. In fact, his tenure saw a 
tremendous rise in community engagement and a plummeting crime rate. 
Moreover, his work ethic never wavered, even as he approached 
retirement he continued to energetically and enthusiastically protect 
our community. During his final days as sheriff while out on patrol 
during a routine traffic stop, he personally arrested three fugitives, 
and confiscated illegal weapons and a substantial amount of illegal 
drugs. A lifelong family man, he is now retiring to spend more time 
with his wife Marion and their two sons, Chuckie and Michael.
  Mr. Speaker, Sheriff Billingham is a great American who exemplifies 
the selfless dedication of law enforcement officers throughout the 
country. I join Camden County and all of New Jersey in wishing him a 
happy retirement and thanking him for his outstanding service.

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