[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 128 (Tuesday, July 25, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E718]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING OFFICER JAMES HUTCHINS' CAREER OF SERVICE

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                            HON. MIKE GARCIA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2023

  Mr. GARCIA of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
retirement and commend the service of Officer James Hutchins, who has 
honorably served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 35 years. 
For nearly his entire life, Officer Hutchins has consistently and 
bravely put his life on the line in service of our Nation and in 
defense of our communities, and is now taking his well-deserved 
retirement to spend time with his loving family.
  Officer Hutchins first began his career of service by enlisting in 
the United States Army in 1984. Serving for 4 years, he received an 
honorable discharge as an Airborne Ranger. It was at this time, in 1988 
that he graduated from the LAPD Training Academy and joined the force, 
accruing time and experience in the Van Nuys, Pacific, and Venice Beach 
divisions.
  By 1995, Officer Hutchins became a Los Angeles motorcycle officer 
assigned to the Central Traffic Division, and quickly set himself apart 
for his dedication and professionalism. Upon returning to the Valley 
Traffic Division later that year, Officer Hutchins became a mentor to 
his fellow motorcycle officers, a legacy carried until his retirement 
as ``Most Senior Motor Cop in the City'', He additionally earned a 
Police Star in 2005 for bravely evacuating Los Angeles residents during 
a catastrophic fire. This commendation was just one of over 200 
accolades accrued over the course of his 35 years of service, marking 
his end of watch in June 2023.
  I cannot commend Officer Hutchins enough for his service to 
California's 27th Congressional District and the City of Los Angeles. 
We thank him for his tireless work to keep our community safe, and wish 
him the best in his retirement and the opportunity to spend more time 
with friends and loved ones, as is certainly deserved after such a long 
and successful career.

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