[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 191 (Monday, November 1, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1171]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING PRIVATE FIRST CLASS MIKE RUMFIELD, RECIPIENT OF TEXAS' 
  THIRD CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 2021 CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION

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                            HON. VAN TAYLOR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 1, 2021

  Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, today, it is my privilege to honor fifteen 
distinguished military veterans from Texas' Third Congressional 
District who answered the call to serve their Nation honorably, both in 
uniform and following their return to civilian life. The recipients of 
the 2021 Congressional Veteran Commendation exemplify the timehonored 
qualities of patriotism, service before self, and bold leadership. 
Following their time in service, their efforts in our community have 
earned these fine individuals recognition as the recipients of this 
prestigious commendation. Their stories of sacrifice will encourage 
future generations to pursue a life dedicated to the very values we 
cherish as Americans: faith, freedom, and democracy. One such hero is 
Private First Class Mike Rumfield of McKinney, Texas.
  Originally from Santa Ana, California, Private First Class Michael 
Rumfield proudly served in the United States Army for which he was 
awarded the Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Army 
Service Ribbon and Air Assault Badge.
  Following his time in service, Mike began a dedicated 20-year career 
in law enforcement holding positions as a Corrections Officer, 
Corrections Sergeant, Field Training Officer, SWAT member and Team 
Leader, Deputy Sheriff, and his current role as Collin County Chief 
Deputy Constable for Precinct 4. As a Chief Deputy Constable, Rumfield 
is dedicated to serving the citizens of Collin County in a fair and 
impartial manner to execute all court orders and to promote a safe and 
secure environment with the highest level of integrity.
  In 2016, along with his wife, Lailani, Rumfield founded the America's 
Defenders Foundation which supports disabled veterans that have 
answered the call of duty to the United States and who have defended 
our nation's values and families. The organization also maintains an 
intense motivation to support our nation's law enforcement officers. 
Their annual Thin Blue Line Ball provides hundreds of law enforcement 
officers and their spouses an evening of entertainment while raising 
funds to support their efforts. Additionally, as past President of the 
Collin County Deputies Association, Mike advocated for Collin County 
public safety officers while supporting members in times of need.
  Chief Deputy Constable Mike Rumfield continues to make a difference 
in the lives of those whom he serves, and we recognize him for his 
efforts to support our military, veterans, and first responders.
  Today a grateful Nation thanks Private First Class Rumfield for his 
exceptional service and congratulates him on this recognition. May his 
steadfast example of leadership inspire others to live a life of 
service to a cause greater than themselves. It is my extreme honor to 
award him the 2021 Congressional Veteran Commendation for the Third 
District of Texas.

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