[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 106 (Tuesday, June 25, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E661]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING LANCE CORPORAL B.A. FRAZIER

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 25, 2024

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate 
Lance Corporal B.A. Frazier on being named the South Carolina Highway 
Patrol Statewide 2023 Trooper of the Year by the South Carolina 
Department of Public Safety (SCDPS).
  This award is presented each year to a South Carolina law enforcement 
officer whose valorous acts go above and beyond the call of duty.
  Last year, after a late-night traffic stop for a speeding ticket, 
Lance Corporal Frazier was wounded when the driver opened fire before 
driving off. However, even with his injuries, he was heroically able to 
get a detailed description of the vehicle, which helped the eventual 
apprehension of the suspect shortly after.
  Upon receipt of his Trooper of the Year recognition, Commander of the 
SC Highway Patrol, Colonel Christopher Williamson said, ``Lance 
Corporal Frazier exemplifies the Highway Patrol's core values of 
selfless service, integrity, and responsibility, even in the moments 
after he was shot on duty. His resilience in his recovery and 
determination to return to duty after this incident reflects the true 
spirit of a dedicated public servant. We very much appreciate the SC 
Sheriff's Association for recognizing Frazier with this honor.''
  Lance Corporal Frazier is a Navy veteran who has been with Highway 
Patrol Troop 7 since 2018. He currently serves in Post A, which covers 
Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Hampton counties.
  Additionally, I would like to recognize Destany Hodgkins for being 
the Blythewood Telecommunications Center nominee for the 2023 Statewide 
Telecommunications Operator of the Year Award by the SCDPS.
  I am grateful to Lance Corporal Frazier and all those in the South 
Carolina Highway Patrol for their service in protecting the families of 
the Second District and the Palmetto State.

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