[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 17]
[Senate]
[Page 25138]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



  RETIREMENT OF OFFICER OLIVER ``ANDY'' ANDERS FROM THE UNITED STATES 
                          CAPITOL POLICE FORCE

  Mr. THURMOND. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to a 
praiseworthy individual who has dedicated his life to serving the 
people of this Nation as an officer on the United States Capitol Police 
Force, Officer Oliver ``Andy'' Anders. Andy will be retiring from the 
Capitol Police on November 3, 2000, after 26 years of faithful service. 
His presence will be missed throughout the halls of Congress.
  Over the last three decades I have had the opportunity to get to know 
Andy. For many years, he greeted me at the doors of the Senate chamber 
where he stood sentry. I always appreciated having the opportunity to 
chat with this friendly native of Greer, South Carolina, and I admired 
the professionalism he demonstrated throughout his tenure.
  Too often we fail to properly thank the courageous men and women who, 
like Officer Anders, serve on the Capitol Police Force. These fine 
individuals make countless sacrifices to protect and serve both the 
daily visitors and the workers at the Capitol. They are on guard 24 
hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, providing a vital service 
so that we can walk these hollowed halls without fear. These officers 
have continuously displayed integrity and honor, and I commend them for 
their dedicated service. We are truly in their debt.
  At this time, I ask that my colleagues join me in wishing Officer 
Anders health, happiness, and success in all of his future endeavors. 
He has served his Nation well, and we are grateful for his assistance.

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