[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S1365]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO MIKE RANKIN

 Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I rise today to commemorate the 
remarkable career of Deputy Mike Rankin. For over 50 years, Deputy 
Rankin has gone above and beyond in serving the people of Missouri as a 
member of the Buchanan County Sheriff's Office. As a volunteer and 
commander in the reserve division, he has more than proven his 
dedication to protecting our fellow Missourians over his impressive 
career and continues to serve his community admirably. His selfless 
choice to dedicate countless hours shielding others from danger is 
nothing short of remarkable and exemplifies the very best of Missouri 
law enforcement.
  Deputy Mike Rankin's dedication is truly inspiring and demonstrates 
an unparalleled and enduring commitment to the spirit of service. I am 
sincerely grateful for his decades of volunteering as a first responder 
and am proud to recognize him today as a Champion of Missouri.

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