[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 177 (Wednesday, November 16, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Pages S6736-S6737]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO SHERIFF TIM HELDER

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize 
Washington County

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Sheriff Tim Helder who is retiring after 43 years of law enforcement 
service in northwest Arkansas.
  Sheriff Helder is a dedicated public servant who followed and built 
on his family's century-long legacy in public safety.
  He began his career in 1979 as a dispatcher with the Washington 
County Sheriff's Office. He continued his service for 21 years at the 
Fayetteville Police Department before returning to the sheriff's office 
as chief deputy.
  In 2004, Helder was elected Washington County Sheriff and has 
admirably served his neighbors and fellow citizens, who elected him to 
eight terms leading the department. During his time as sheriff, he has 
instilled a sense of duty, pride, and professionalism within the 
department and its officers.
  Sheriff Helder also made efforts to ensure his own knowledge and 
leadership benefited from world-class training, including at the FBI 
National Academy, and partnerships with premiere task forces and other 
law enforcement agencies.
  Engaging directly and frequently with the people of Washington County 
has long been a priority for the sheriff, including staying connected 
with community partners and elected leaders by hosting a monthly 
breakfast to keep everyone updated on county law enforcement issues and 
the importance of working together.
  We can be proud of Sheriff Helder's lifelong service both in and out 
of uniform. He has embodied what it means to serve and protect and 
deserves our thanks for bettering communities in our State.
  I applaud Sheriff Helder for his accomplished career and the 
leadership and perseverance he has demonstrated.
  I wish him the best in his retirement, where I know he will be happy 
to spend more time with his wife Holly, their three children, and 
grandchildren. I know he will continue working in different but 
meaningful ways to build a better Arkansas.

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