[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 80 (Thursday, May 19, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E748-E749]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 19, 2016

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, today, during National 
Police Week, I rise to recognize the brave men and women who serve in 
law enforcement.
  Since 1962, this week has been reserved to commemorate the law 
enforcement officers who serve and protect our communities and

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honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
  Every day, our cities and towns are kept safe by these individuals 
who put the safety of others before their own. I want to take this time 
to recognize a few of the 13th District's finest:
  Officer Michael Bauer in Collinsville, Illinois, just recently pulled 
a man out of a burning building before firefighters were able to 
arrive.
  Officers Jonathan McCauley and Aaron Rowe in Normal, Illinois saved 
the life of a young man after a tragic swimming accident. Disregarding 
their own safety, these officers took swift action to save the life of 
a stranger.
  And Chief Deputy Bruce Engeling in my hometown of Taylorville was 
awarded Officer of the Year for his outstanding service and his 
commitment to the Christian County Sheriff's Department.
  While these are just a few examples of the outstanding officers in my 
district, police officers and their families throughout our nation make 
sacrifices on a daily basis. I am incredibly thankful to all of the men 
and women in blue who dedicate their lives to protecting others. I know 
our communities are in good hands thanks to the work they do each and 
every day.

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