[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 184 (Tuesday, December 27, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1739]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN RECOGNITION OF JONATHAN DARCHE

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 27, 2016

  Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay 
tribute to Jonathan Darche for his undying devotion to improving the 
lives of New Yorkers through public service. Because of the dedication 
that Mr. Darche has shown to his community in Astoria, he is being 
honored at Taminent Regular Democratic Club's 85th Annual Dinner Dance 
with the Taminent Political Activism Award.
  Mr. Darche, a life-long resident of Queens, graduated from Empire 
State College and received his law degree from the City University of 
New York School of Law. Mr. Darche began his career in public service 
working for Senator Charles E. Schumer. After graduating from law 
school, he continued his commitment to the people of Queens as an 
Assistant District Attorney at the Queens County District Attorney's 
Office, where he met his wife, Samantha Darche, Chief of Staff for 
Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas.
  Mr. Darche's contributions to his community have by no means gone 
unnoticed. He has received numerous rewards for his dedicated public 
service, including the Narcotics Investigation Bureau Commendation and 
the New York State Bar Association Citation for Achievement in Public 
Service.
  In November 2014, Mr. Darche was promoted to Chief Prosecutor of the 
New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board after his time spent 
serving as the Deputy Chief Prosecutor and the Acting Chief of 
Investigations at the agency.
  Mr. Darche's dedication to service extends past his career. He is 
incredibly active in his Astoria community. Mr. Darche's many roles 
include Corresponding Secretary for the Queens County Brandeis 
Association, member of the Taminent Regular Democratic Club, member of 
the Astoria Center of Israel and member of the United Community Civic 
Association. Mr. Darche lives in Astoria with his wife and their two-
year-old son, Moses.
  Mr. Darche has demonstrated tireless dedication to his community 
throughout his entire career. As both a hardworking attorney and 
community servant, Jonathan Darche consistently devotes his time and 
effort to improving the lives of those around him, with much success.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
incredible accomplishments and contributions of Jonathan Darche, a man 
who has undeniably made his community a better place.

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