[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 180 (Wednesday, November 1, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1036]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING CHIEF JOSEPH WADE

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 1, 2023

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
great Chief of Police of Jackson, Mississippi, Chief Joseph Wade.
  Chief Joseph Wade is a native of Terry, MS, and now resides in the 
City of Jackson. He is a highly motivated and energetic professional 
with a strong background and experience in law enforcement. In 1995, 
Joseph Wade graduated from the 23rd recruit class. Since then, he has 
obtained extensive leadership skills as a Sergeant, Lieutenant, 
Commander, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, Interim Chief, and now Chief 
of Police.
  Chief Wade's resourceful and dedicated law enforcement profession 
extends to the Patrol Operations Division, Investigations Division, 
Standards and Training, Administration, and Chief's office. Highly 
decorated and accomplished, he is a two-time recipient of the 
Meritorious Service Award, a two-time recipient of the MS Department of 
Public Safety's D.U.I. 100 Club, and many other commendations. Being 
goal-oriented and driven, he has attained over 80 advanced Law 
Enforcement Training Certifications.
  His prized career accomplishment is the implementation of the Youth 
Citizens' Police Academy, Police Athletic League (PAL), and Explorers' 
Program. These youth programs service over 200 youth annually in the 
City of Jackson and have successfully impacted hundreds by using sports 
and mentoring as tools.
  He graduated from Hinds Community College's Criminal Justice Program, 
FBI Command Collage, and the DEA Commander's Academy. His civic and 
communitiy affiliations include Prince Hall Freemason / Lynch Lodge No. 
2 / Jackson, MS, and the CBTU/CARAT (Coalition of Black Trade Unionist/
Community Action & Response against Toxins). Chief Wade is pursuing his 
bachelor's degree in criminal justice administration, where he has 
spent the last two quarters on the President's list.
  Chief Joseph Wade's objective is to use his police skills, education, 
and experience to forge working relationships with the community, 
reduce violent crimes and rebuild the ranks of the Jackson Police 
Department to improve the quality of life for citizens of Jackson.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Chief 
Joseph Wade for his dedication to the City of Jackson.

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