[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 54 (Friday, March 24, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1427]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





           RECOGNIZING SPRINGFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT K9 THOR

  (Ms. BUDZINSKI asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. BUDZINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the service of a 
beloved member of the Springfield Police Department who recently 
passed, K9 Thor.
  Thor worked second watch for 8 years as a dual-purpose police K9 
until his retirement in 2019. Trained in apprehending criminals and 
searching for evidence and narcotics, he played an important role in 
keeping our community safe.
  During his career, Thor won numerous awards at the United States 
Police Canine Association region 16 trials, including four perfect 
scores in suspect search and evidence search, distinctions that my 
little, 20-pound Lulu just might not have cut it.
  When Thor wasn't fighting crime, his favorite activity was chasing 
tennis balls at home and spending time with his family.
  As we reflect on Thor's service to the Springfield community, we are 
reminded of the sacrifices that our law enforcement officers and their 
K9 partners make every day to keep us safe.
  Thank you, Thor, and thank you to all of the first responders in the 
Illinois 13th Congressional District for your dedication to service.

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