[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 98 (Tuesday, June 11, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E612-E613]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING OFFICER SHAYNE KOTARA

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 11, 2024

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Officer Shayne 
Kotara's 22 years of service with the North Richland Hills Police 
Department. Officer Kotara began his career in the Patrol Division, 
where he soon became an invaluable asset to the Department because of 
his committed work ethic and love for serving his community.
  Officer Kotara has served the police department in several capacities 
over the years. In 2006, Officer Kotara transferred to the Criminal 
Investigations Division where he was assigned to the DEA's Fort Worth 
Multi-Agency Task Force and later to the DEA's Drug Diversion Task 
Force. In 2017, Officer Kotara was transferred back to the Uniformed 
Services Division, and from there he was transferred to the Community 
Resources Division in 2019. For the last five years, he has served as a 
school resource officer in the North Richland Hills district. Officer 
Kotara has shown exceptional dedication and has made a positive impact 
on his community.
  Throughout his distinguished career, Officer Kotara has received 
numerous awards and commendations, reflecting his exemplary service and 
dedication. He currently holds a Master Peace Officer License and was 
awarded one Lifesaving Award. In addition, he's received two 
Meritorious Service Awards and seven Certificates of Recognition due to 
his outstanding service in the City of North Richland Hills.
  I'd like to thank Officer Kotara for his outstanding service to our 
community during his career with the North Richland Hills Police 
Department.

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