[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 42 (Wednesday, March 9, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E238-E239]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING TEXAS LAW ENFORCEMENT

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                          HON. ROGER WILLIAMS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 9, 2022

  Mr. WILLIAMS of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the many police 
officers who serve communities in Texas, and I continue to be inspired 
by their acts of heroism and dedication to protecting others.
  Now we are facing a time where there has been a tragic increase in 
police officers being targeted and killed while on the job as violent 
crime skyrockets across America. Last year alone 346 officers were shot 
in the line of duty, the highest in 20 years.
  One of Texas 25th's own Hill County Constable Kevin Cordell was shot 
multiple times while on a high-speed car chase. One bullet went through 
the windshield of the vehicle, struck him in the head, and exited 
through his neck. By God's grace, he survived the shooting and 
recovered after surgery.
  Liberal Activists who care more about political agendas than public 
safety are making our cities unsafe. Last year Austin, Texas submitted 
to the radical left's anti-police hatred and cut $150 million from 
their police department. This budget cut put Texas families and 
residents at greater risk for longer emergency response times and paves 
the way for lawlessness to run wild in the city.
  Now more than ever we need to back the blue and restore law and order 
on our streets.
  May their sacrifice not be in vain, and may God continue to keep them 
safe as they work tirelessly to put service above self.

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