[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 147 (Friday, September 20, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E940]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING THE PUBLIC SERVICE CAREER OF DALE INGRAM

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 20, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Detective Dale 
Ingram of Van Alstyne, Texas. Detective Ingram has dedicated himself to 
faithfully serving and protecting our community.
  Since 1978, Detective Ingram has served as a law enforcement officer 
in North Texas. Throughout his 45 years in uniform, he has worked as a 
patrol officer, warrant officer, detective, and as a member of the 
North Texas Child Abuse Task Force. Currently, Detective Ingram works 
for the Van Alstyne Police Department. In his career, he has diligently 
fought to protect our children from harm and ensure our communities are 
safe. In May, Detective Ingram was tragically diagnosed with a late 
stage brain tumor, which has affected his quality of life. Despite this 
diagnosis, he has tirelessly fought to spend as much time with his 
family as possible.
  When Detective Ingram's children went through his old files and 
keepsakes, they found that he had received countless exemplary reviews 
from superiors and commendations for his selfless service as a law 
enforcement officer. Some weren't written down, as they involved his 
actions in protecting the lives of children who did not have a voice. 
For decades, he has served North Texas with great pride and honor, 
unafraid of those who wish to do harm. Outside of the uniform, 
Detective Ingram is a loving husband, father, and grandfather to 
thirteen grandchildren. I am confident that he will fully triumph in 
the battle against cancer, and I wish him a complete recovery so that 
he may spend many more years with his family.
  I have requested the United States flag to be flown over out Nation's 
Capitol in recognition of Detective Ingram's extensive public service 
and dedication to the people of North Texas. May God Bless him.

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