[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 27 (Thursday, February 9, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E112]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF MIKE DAVIS

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 9, 2023

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I'm honored to celebrate and 
recognize the extraordinary work of Lawman Mike Davis. His decades of 
dedication to Central Texas reflect the hard work and commitment of an 
admirable public servant.
  A native Texan, boy scout, sheriff, and Marine, Mike, as both a law 
enforcement officer and district attorney has lived a life devoted to 
ideas and causes bigger than himself. As a former judge, I know 
firsthand the essential role police officers and district attorneys 
play in maintaining law and order. Despite the challenges, they carry 
on, strengthened by their resolve to protect and serve. Whether working 
to serve big cities or small towns, they help preserve our way of life 
and are the shields that guard us from those lost souls who wish harm 
to others.
  While Mike isn't tired of the privilege of service he knows that 
everything has its season and the time has come to allow the next 
generation of leaders to take the stage. Stepping away from work won't 
give him much idle time as he remains a vital part of the Central Texas 
community and will spend more time with his beloved wife Debbie and 
their family.
  Retirement is meant to be celebrated and enjoyed. It is not the end 
of a career, but the beginning of a new adventure. It is my honor to 
recognize the selfless service of Mike Davis as he starts this new 
chapter of his life. On behalf of Central Texas, I thank him for his 
superb work and wish him the very best.

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