[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 196 (Wednesday, November 29, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1135]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING DONNIE DILL FOR HIS SERVICE TO TENNESSEE

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                           HON. MARK E. GREEN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 29, 2023

  Mr. GREEN of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
distinguished career and faithful service of Patrol Captain Donnie 
Dill, and to congratulate him on his retirement.
  Born and raised in Stewart County, Tennessee, Donnie dedicated his 
career to serving his fellow Tennesseans and the public good. He 
started this mission in October 1990, when he joined the Clarksville 
Police Department (CPD). Over the course of four years, he faithfully 
enforced the law and stood on the frontlines, protecting citizens and 
the community at-large. After his tenure with CPD, he used the 
following year to serve Montgomery and Stewart Counties as a law 
enforcement officer and public servant.
  Because of his outstanding service in law enforcement, Donnie was 
hired to serve on the 23rd Judicial District Drug Task Force. With 
jurisdiction over Stewart. Houston, Humphries, Cheatham, and Dickson 
Counties, including portions of Interstate-40--a known drug pipeline--
Donnie worked to disrupt, intercept, and remove dangerous substances. 
Donnie also served as a law enforcement officer for the City of Dover 
and Stewart County, his home.
  In 2002, Donnie joined the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Police, a 
federal law enforcement agency responsible for protecting critical 
infrastructure, employees, and assets within the TVA system. TVA 
facilities provide power and critical services for millions of people 
across seven states, making them a prime target for criminal activity. 
While serving as a federal law enforcement officer, Donnie protected 
and preserved these assets and employees, helping the Tennessee Valley 
flourish.
  From 2003 to 2007, Donnie also served in the United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service through the Department of the Interior. Tennessee is 
blessed with abundant natural resources, including bountiful lakes and 
rivers and beautiful landmarks, all needing careful maintenance and 
protection. Following his work for the Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Donnie joined the United States Forest Service, where he has served 
faithfully ever since. For his excellent service, he was promoted to 
Patrol Captain in 2021 for the Land Between the Lakes National 
Recreation Area.
  Beyond his vast experience in law enforcement. Donnie excelled as a 
leader and mediator, winning over people from diverse backgrounds and 
opinions on forest management and enforcement. He frequently served as 
the go-between for various contentious issues and ensured that all 
sides were heard. Because of his deep roots in the community and his 
dedication to the public good, Donnie is a uniquely gifted public 
servant who used his gifts to serve others.
  On behalf of the United States Congress, I thank Patrol Captain 
Donnie Dill for his exceptional public service, and I congratulate him 
on his well-earned retirement. I wish Donnie and his family the best in 
his future endeavors, and I hope he knows that his legacy will outlive 
his outstanding career.

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