[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 102 (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E623]
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                  HOMETOWN HERO--OFFICER TONY ANDUJAR

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2022

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Officer Tony 
Andujar, who has gone above and beyond to keep our community safe and 
honor his fallen brothers.
  Tony not only serves North Texas every day with the Dallas Police 
Department, but he recently honored other Dallas Police officers who 
have paid the ultimate sacrifice by participating in Carry the Load. 
Carry the Load works to bring all Americans together to participate in 
honoring our nation's heroes every day. This great mission also raises 
funds for non-profits for veterans' services and inspires patriotism in 
America's youth.
  Last month, Tony joined the Carry the Load West Coast Route--from 
Seattle to Dallas--by walking for 8 days in remembrance of his fellow 
Dallas Police officers who are no longer with us.
  Tony embodies the essence of a true public servant. He puts others in 
front of himself and will stand up to any challenge. Walking for 8 days 
with a 20-pound pack is a daunting task to many, but for Tony, it was 
the least he could do in remembrance of his fallen brothers.
  As Tony put it, ``the weight of my ruck may not physically be heavy, 
but the weight of their loss is immeasurable.''
  I thank Tony for his acts of service and inspiration to our community 
in North Texas.

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