[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25295]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                        TRIBUTE TO STEVE SIMPSON

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 13, 1999

  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this moment to 
recognize the hard work and dedication of Deputy Steve Simpson, a fine 
police officer who has represented the Orange County Sheriff's 
Department since 1990. Deputy Simpson has been recognized as Deputy of 
the Year for Orange County because of his outstanding dedication and 
service to the citizens of Orange County.
  Deputy Simpson began his career in 1990 at the Central Men's Jail, he 
also served at the James A. Musick Facility and the Central Women's 
Jail. He worked quickly to establish himself as an outstanding patrol 
officer. His work ethic and willingness to handle any assignment has 
endeared him to his peers and supervisors. In the last year alone 
Deputy Simpson has made 99 arrests including 12 felony arrests. He is a 
member of the Tactical Support Team and serves as a specialist on the 
actual entry team. Deputy Simpson currently serves as a patrol officer 
in the City of Lake Forest.
  Mr. Speaker, Deputy Steve Simpson is an outstanding member of the 
Orange County Sheriff's Department and is a valuable asset to our 
community. Law enforcement officers risk their lives daily to provide 
safety to our nation and Deputy Simpson has provided safety with 
excellence. Deputy Simpson truly deserves this recognition as South 
Orange County Exchange Club Officer of the Year and I am pleased to 
recognize his accomplishments before this House today.

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