[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 122 (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3330]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING BRIAN THOLEN

  (Ms. MORRISON asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Ms. MORRISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Chief 
Brian Tholen for his distinguished career in law enforcement and his 
lifelong commitment to serving the people of Minnesota through 
education, volunteerism, and public safety advocacy.
  For over 25 years, Chief Tholen served with dedication and integrity 
as a police officer for the city of Edina. He then continued his 
service as chief of police for the South Lake Minnetonka Police 
Department, leading with professionalism and courage.
  A graduate of the University of St. Thomas and the FBI National 
Academy, Chief Tholen exemplified Minnesotan excellence throughout his 
law enforcement career. His tenure includes a decade in the patrol 
division, where he served as a field training officer, a defensive 
tactics instructor, and a member of the Southwest Metro SWAT Team 
Consortium.
  In the past 12 years, Chief Tholen has worked to train officers, 
paramedics, firefighters, and civilians across the metro area in active 
shooter response protocol. Through his work, he has emphasized the 
importance of awareness, prevention, and survival, equipping 
individuals and businesses with lifesaving tools and strategies.
  On behalf of myself and the Minnesotans who have benefited from his 
decades of leadership and service, I offer my sincere gratitude to 
Chief Brian Tholen.

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