[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 13, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E417-E418]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING EULESS POLICE CORPORAL JAMES GORDON

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 13, 2025

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr Speaker, I rise today to recognize Euless Police 
Corporal James Gordon for his twenty-eight years of selfless service to 
North Texans.
  Corporal Gordon, a graduate of Lewisville High School and Texas A&M 
University, began his career in public service as a Probation Officer 
for Denton, Tarrant, and Dallas Counties. He Joined the Euless Police 
Department in 1996, serving with distinction for nearly three decades. 
Promoted to the rank of Police Corporal in 2000, he has held numerous 
critical assignments and roles that strengthened the safety and trust 
in the community.
  Corporal Gordon is best known to many in the Euless community for his 
role as a Neighborhood Police Officer and his dedicated work with crime 
watch programs. He has been a pillar in community engagement efforts 
through the Citizen's Police Academy, CERT Program, Child Safety Seat 
Program, Rape Aggression Defense (RAD), CPR instruction, and the David 
Hofer Police Camp. His commitment to safety extended to conducting home 
security surveys and creating the Euless SAFE business program to 
promote responsible business security practices.
  A skilled and decorated officer, Corporal Gordon served as a SWAT 
officer from 2001 to 2008 and has been a Defensive Tactics Instructor 
since 1999. His leadership earned him the title of Crime Prevention 
Expert from the Texas Crime Prevention Association and STEP Officer of 
the Year for the State of Texas in 2007. His professional affiliations 
include the Texas Crime Prevention Association, where he serves as 
President of the North Texas chapter, and the Texas Municipal Police 
Association. His commitment to duty and the community has also been 
recognized through numerous awards, including the Distinguished Service 
Award, multiple Unit Citations, and the prestigious Euless Employee of 
the Year in 2018. Beyond his accolades, James Gordon is a trusted 
mentor, an Eagle Scout and a devoted public servant who has made a 
lasting impact on countless lives.

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  As he enters a well-earned retirement, dedicating his time to family 
and friends, I express my deepest gratitude for his courage and 
commitment to the safety and well-being of the people of North Texas. 
Congratulations and thanks to Corporal James Gordon.

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