[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18210]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATIONS TO TOM CLEVELAND

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 26, 2005

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
outstanding performance of Officer Tom Cleveland at the World Police 
and Fire Games in Quebec City, Canada.
  The World Police and Fire Games, the second largest international 
sporting event, has been a longstanding tradition for Law Enforcement 
Officers and Firefighters in several countries throughout the world. 
This international event takes place every other year as a chance for 
them to showcase their athletic abilities.
  This year, Tom's determination and drive led him to be one of the 
best among the 10,000 competitors from 51 countries worldwide. He 
finished 3rd in the 400 Int. Hurdles, 5th in the 110 High Hurdles and 
12th in the Toughest Competitor Alive competition.
  I am proud to recognize Officer Tom Cleveland, a fine citizen and 
athlete. We are proud of his accomplishments and to have him represent 
and serve the North Richland Hills Community, the 26th District of 
Texas, and our great Nation.

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