[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 24 (Wednesday, February 5, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E95]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING OFFICER MAURICE BYRD

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                            HON. JAMES COMER

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2025

  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Officer Maurice 
Byrd of the Frankfort Police Department for being awarded the 2024 
Medal of Merit Citation for his bravery while responding to a structure 
fire.
  Once Officer Byrd and Officer Guevara arrived at the scene of the 
fire, they immediately took action to rescue a mentally disabled female 
trapped inside the burning structure. After finding the front door was 
unsafe to enter, they went to the rear of the structure and scaled a 
fence to reach the victim. With Officer Guevara supporting Officer 
Byrd, they executed a critical rescue operation by reaching through a 
smoke-filled window to remove the trapped female from the building 
moments before the structure was completely engulfed. Through 
successfully executing this critical rescue operation, Officer Byrd 
showcased great bravery in the face of distress. Their actions 
demonstrate the utmost professionalism and capability beyond day-to-day 
requirements.
  Officer Byrd voluntarily performed extraordinary acts of bravery. His 
actions went above and beyond have made him deserving of this fine 
honor. I am confident that Officer Byrd will continue to serve as an 
exemplary role model for law enforcement officers across the 1st 
Congressional District and the entire Commonwealth of Kentucky.

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