[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 209 (Thursday, December 21, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1750]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING SERGEANT BRITTE'S CAREER OF SERVICE

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 21, 2017

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of 
Sergeant Joseph Britte, Jr. After protecting our neighbors for more 
than 20 years, Sergeant Britte will be retiring from the Gainesville 
Police Department.
  On a leap of faith, Sergeant Britte and his family moved from their 
home in Providence, Rhode Island to Gainesville in 1996. Upon arrival, 
he joined the Gainesville Police Department and began a job of public 
service that has characterized his life.
  As a law enforcement official, Sergeant Britte has demonstrated a 
servant's heart and professional excellence. He dedicated countless 
hours to training and eventually earned a Bachelor's and Master's 
degree in organizational leadership and criminal justice.
  When he wasn't on duty, Sergeant Britte still took an interest in the 
wellbeing of those around him. He mentored local students and taught 
self-defense classes all across Hall County.
  Mr. Speaker, my staff and I have had the privilege of getting to know 
this man over the years. We believe that Hall County residents looking 
for examples of leadership and empathy should look no farther than our 
friend, Joe Britte.
  I thank this officer for his service to Gainesville and congratulate 
him on the adventures that lie ahead.

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