[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 79 (Tuesday, May 7, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E455]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING SHERBURNE COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER BRUCE PRICE

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                             HON. TOM EMMER

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 7, 2024

  Mr. EMMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional service 
and dedication of Sherburne County Veterans Service Officer, Bruce 
Price.
  Throughout his career, Bruce has exemplified the highest levels of 
selflessness and commitment when working with our veterans. His 24 
years of active-duty service in the U.S. Army, combined with his years 
of service at the county, state, and federal level, demonstrates his 
true dedication to our country.
  Over the past 9 years, Bruce has served as the Veterans Service 
Officer for Sherburne. In this role, he has worked tirelessly on behalf 
of our veterans and their families, helping to ensure they receive the 
benefits and care they have earned. Through this role, Bruce worked 
with my office to participate in our Veterans' Resource Fair in Elk 
River in March 2024. Despite it being the worst day of winter in 2024, 
Bruce showed up to support the 20 veterans who attended. His compassion 
and advocacy have made a lasting impact on the lives of countless 
veterans in our community.
  Bruce and his team go above and beyond for our veterans. Every year, 
see 3,000 individuals and field more than 20,000 calls from veterans 
having trouble or seeking resources. Bruce is a hero, thankfully that 
fact was recognized by the International City/County Management with 
the Life, Well Run Community Hero Award for his outstanding service to 
others.
  He has been an incredible friend to the veterans and military 
families of Sherburne County and to our office. While his service will 
be missed by all of us, we are deeply grateful for his contributions to 
our Nation and our veteran community.
  I thank Bruce for his service to his fellow veterans and their 
families, the State of Minnesota, and our Nation. We wish him the best 
in his retirement.

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