[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 142 (Friday, September 6, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1098]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING RICHARD BRADSHAW ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE POLICE 
                     DEPARTMENT OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 6, 2019

  Mr. MARCHANT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Richard 
Bradshaw on his well-earned retirement from the Grapevine Police 
Department. After twenty-four years of service as a Crime Scene 
Technician, Richard has created a lasting impact on the department by 
working tirelessly to preserve the public safety.
  Richard began his career in law enforcement by honorably serving as a 
military police officer with the United States Army in 1972. He 
continued his service as a Sergeant with the police department in the 
Army Active Reserve until 1978. During that time, he also earned his 
associate's degree in Criminal Justice and served as a police officer 
for the Penn Hill Police Department in Pennsylvania until December of 
1979.
  In 1980, Richard joined the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport Police 
where he served as both a police officer and an aircraft rescue 
firefighter. On August 14, 1995, Richard joined the Grapevine Police 
Department as a Crime Scene Technician and has proven invaluable to the 
collection of critical evidence in major criminal investigations.
  During his tenure in Grapevine, Richard has produced a quality of 
work that has earned him the respect of his colleagues, supervisors, 
and the community. His commitment to professional development has 
driven him to complete more than 1400 hours of training and stands as 
evidence of his outstanding service and professionalism.
  Richard's contributions to law enforcement operations have helped to 
ensure that countless officers have been adequately supported in their 
mission to uphold the rule of law. His legacy will leave a lasting mark 
on the City of Grapevine for many years to come.
  Madam Speaker, it is a pleasure to recognize the dedication that 
Richard has devoted to the city of Grapevine and the state of Texas. I 
ask all my distinguished colleagues to join me in recognizing Richard 
Bradshaw for his many years of service.

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