[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 25 (Thursday, February 6, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT OF U.S. CAPITOL POLICE OFFICER WILLIE GOINS

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                        HON. JONATHAN L. JACKSON

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 6, 2025

  Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
career of dedicated U.S. Capitol Police Officer, Willie Earl Goins. 
Officer Goins retired from the force this past December after 23 years 
of service as a member of the U.S. Capitol Police.
  The brave men and women of the USCP stand guard over our Capitol each 
day they come to work. They spend their careers prepared to risk their 
lives to protect our Capitol. Every member in this body is thankful for 
their service and sacrifice. Among their finest, is Officer Goins.
  Originally from Nanjemoy, Maryland, Officer Goins attended Lackey 
High School and graduated in 1991. Early in his life, Officer Goins 
expressed a desire to serve his country. After graduating high school, 
he entered the United States Marine Corp where he served honorably for 
four years starting as a cook and later as a Chemical, Biological, 
Radiological, and Nuclear defense specialist.
  Officer Goins has spent 23 years on the force dutifully answering the 
call to serve. He began his career with the USCP Senate division in 
February of 2002, and has since worked in the House division as well. 
Throughout his time in both divisions, Officer Goins has been widely 
known for his friendliness, work ethic, and good spirit. These traits 
are readily apparent whenever you meet him.
  In his 23 years on the force, Officer Goins has made countless 
memories with his fellow officers. Among the most endearing of his 
stories starts at the Longworth House Office Building S. Capitol St. 
Door. While walking up to Longworth one day, Officer Goins encountered 
his friend and fellow officer, Daniel, on duty with a female officer 
named Jessica. Daniel introduced Officer Goins and Jessica to each 
other briefly and that was that. At the time, Officer Goins thought 
nothing of it but, as fate would have it, Officer Goins and Jessica 
ended up working a post together a few months later and they struck up 
a conversation. From this first shift together, more conversations 
followed until they eventually started dating. They married each other 
just a few years later, in 2004. They have now been married for 19 
years and have three incredible children--Quentin, Briauna, and Mason.
  After his retirement, Officer Goins plans to spend his time with his 
wife and children, making the most out of all life has to offer. Before 
his retirement he told me ``I would like to thank the United States 
Capitol Police for giving me the opportunity to serve the congressional 
community with pride and dignity. I would also like to thank the men 
and women of the USCP for their hard work, tireless dedication and 
commitment as they continue to protect the symbol of democracy.''
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my colleagues in Congress, I want to thank 
Officer Goins for his outstanding service, kindness, and 
professionalism. I thank him for giving us his best and for providing a 
safe, secure workplace every day. It has been an honor to serve with 
him.

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