[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 133 (Monday, August 17, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E790]
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HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF SHERIFF FREDERICK W. BROWN'S CAREER IN 
                            LAW ENFORCEMENT

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                        HON. THOMAS H. KEAN, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, August 17, 2026

  Mr. KEAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sheriff Frederick W. 
Brown of Hunterdon County, New Jersey, as he marks the 50th anniversary 
of his distinguished career in law enforcement.
  Sheriff Brown began his journey in 1976 as a patrolman with the 
Raritan Township Police Department, following his service in the U.S. 
Naval Reserve. Sheriff Brown rose through the ranks, serving the 
department for more than 30 years and ultimately leading as Chief of 
Police for seven years. His dedication has inspired all four of his 
sons to pursue careers as Police Officers.
  A lifelong resident of Hunterdon County, Sheriff Brown was elected as 
Hunterdon County Sheriff in 2010. Throughout his five decades of law 
enforcement service, he has consistently exemplified what it means to 
serve and protect. In office, Sheriff Brown has embraced a philosophy 
of ``doing more with less,'' tirelessly focusing on community service 
and maintaining accessibility, as reflected in his commitment that 
``his door is always open, and his phone is always on.''
  Beyond his law enforcement duties, Sheriff Brown has served his 
community in many other roles, including as a member of the Raritan 
Township Planning Board, Emergency Management Coordinator, and as a 
member of the Flemington Rotary Club. He is a current member and former 
President of the Hunterdon County Association of Chiefs of Police and 
the State Chiefs Association.
  Sheriff Brown also belongs to the Constitutional Officers Association 
of New Jersey, the Sheriffs Association of New Jersey, and the National 
Sheriff's Association, and serves as chairman of the Hunterdon County 
Youth Services Commission.
  Throughout his tenure as Sheriff, he has championed and expanded 
numerous public service programs, including Project Lifesaver, the 
Special Needs Registry, scam alert presentations, and the Child ID 
program. Recognizing the importance of student safety, he established 
seven Special Law Enforcement Officers who provide security in seven 
schools across the county.
  Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate Sheriff Frederick Brown's 50 years in 
law enforcement, I invite my colleagues to join me in honoring his 
dedication, leadership, professionalism, and public service. We extend 
our heartfelt congratulations on this remarkable milestone and wish 
Sheriff Brown continued success.

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