[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 5]
[Senate]
[Page 6227]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    TRIBUTE TO CRAIG STALKER--TROOPER OF THE YEAR IN SOUTHERN REGION

 Mr. BUNNING. Mr. President, I rise today in the Senate to 
honor and pay tribute to Kentucky State Police Trooper Craig Stalker 
for being named the Southern Region Trooper of the Year.
  This honor was bestowed upon Trooper Stalker by the International 
Association of Chiefs of Police. Trooper Stalker was nominated for this 
prestigious award after he rescued several people from two burning cars 
in Johnson County, KY, while off duty. After receiving this distinction 
he was presented with a 35-pound eagle trophy.
  The citizens of eastern Kentucky are fortunate to have Trooper 
Stalker protecting their communities. His example of leadership, hard 
work, and compassion should be an inspiration to all throughout the 
Commonwealth.
  Congratulations, Trooper Stalker for receiving this award. Trooper 
Stalker is just one of the many Kentucky State Police officers which 
put others before themselves by vowing to protect and serve 
Kentuckians. They have earned our admiration and respect, and for this 
we will always be grateful.

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