[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E280]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING OFFICER BRAD MITCHELL

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 27, 2026

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor 
Officer Brad Mitchell of the Grapevine Police Department on the 
occasion of his retirement after 30 years of distinguished service in 
law enforcement. Officer Mitchell's career has been defined by 
dedication, professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to 
our North Texas communities.
  Officer Mitchell began his law enforcement career in September 1993 
with the Colleyville Police Department, where he served until April 
1996. He then joined the Grapevine Police Department, where he 
dedicated the remainder of his career to protecting and serving the 
residents of Grapevine and the surrounding North Texas community.
  Throughout his tenure with the Grapevine Police Department, Officer 
Mitchell served in numerous assignments, including Patrol, Traffic, the 
Mall Substation, and the Criminal Investigations Division (CID). He 
also served as a Field Training Officer, mentoring and guiding new 
officers entering the profession. His work in Traffic as a DWI/DRE 
Traffic Investigator and in CID as a Traffic Investigator and Fraud 
Investigator reflects the breadth of his experience and his steadfast 
commitment to public safety.
  His career exemplifies the very best of public service, and his 
contributions have left a lasting impact on the Grapevine Police 
Department and the community he has served for three decades. I extend 
my sincere gratitude and best wishes to him as he begins this well-
deserved retirement.

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