[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 57 (Tuesday, April 10, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E409]
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                     RETIREMENT OF STEPHEN NADRAMIA

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                      HON. DANIEL M. DONOVAN, JR.

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 10, 2018

  Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay gratitude to Stephen 
Nadramia for his sterling career in the United States Marshals Service 
(USMS).
   After serving his country in the U.S. Army for four years, Stephen 
was honorably discharged and joined the USMS in October 1988. He 
started his career as a Deputy U.S. Marshal in the Eastern District of 
New York, where he would serve for the rest of his career. Throughout 
his 30-year career, Stephen has done everything from enforcing court 
orders to working on judicial security details. He has distinguished 
himself throughout his career by reaching milestones many hope to 
achieve.
   In 2000, Stephen was the first Marshal to handle a K9 in the Eastern 
District. Over the past 30 years, he has served alongside three 
different K9s. His first K9, Roni, assisted him with search and 
recovery efforts on September 11, 2001. Gala, his second K9, aided him 
in securing courtrooms during high-profile trials where security is 
traditionally heightened. Lastly, his final K9, MacDuff, protected Pope 
Francis when he visited Washington, D.C. to address Congress. His 
experience with K9s enabled him to secure various sites and functions 
successfully. They also assisted in apprehending escaped violent felons 
throughout his time on the job.
   Mr. Speaker, Stephen Nadramia is the personification of a dedicated 
law enforcement official. His years of service to his community and 
country will not be forgotten. I hope he enjoys his long retirement 
with his wife, Erika, and I wish him all the best.

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