[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 38 (Wednesday, February 26, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E218]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE SERVICE OF DEPUTY KEN MIZE

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 26, 2020

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Deputy 
Roger Kenneth ``Ken'' Mize for his over five decades of service to the 
people of northeast Georgia.
  Deputy Mize of the Banks County Sheriff's Office retired on January 
30, 2020, after serving in law enforcement for 52 years. Mr. Mize, who 
is best known for his integrity, his ``servant heart'' and the smile on 
his face, dedicated his career to protecting our communities and 
educating our students.
  For over 26 years, Mr. Mize served as a role model and mentor for 
students in the Banks County School System. By working with the Drug 
Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) and Choosing Healthy Activities 
and Methods Promoting Safety (C.H.A.M.P.S) programs, Mr. Mize furthered 
safety awareness in over 30,000 fifth-grade students across Banks and 
Jackson counties.
  Throughout the community, Mr. Mize was known as a role model who 
always had a calming effect as he walked the school halls, attended 
board of education meetings, and participated in other school events. 
His service inspired members of his community to become involved and 
work to change the lives of students.
  From his work as a first responder to his dedication to students, 
Deputy Mize has committed his career to transforming lives and 
protecting our communities. I join the people of northeast Georgia in 
thanking him for his over five decades of service, and I wish him and 
his beloved wife, Kathy, all the best in his next chapter of life.

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