[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11787]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING BRANDON HOBON

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 7, 2005

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the service and 
commitment of Mr. Brandon Hobon. Mr. Hobon has established himself as a 
leader and true patriot to the community of Denton, Texas.
  Mr. Hobon was recently recognized by the Denton Police Department as 
``Volunteer Officer of the Year.'' After serving in the police 
department for 11 years, Hobon has received one of the department's 
most prestigious honors.
  After graduating from college with a pre-law degree, Hobon turned 
down a bright future as a lawyer to better serve and protect his 
community. After graduation, Brandon Hobon entered the police academy 
where he finished second in his class, and earned advanced 
certifications and credentials in crime prevention, hazardous material 
response and terrorism training. In addition to serving and protecting 
our citizens, Mr. Hobon dedicates considerable amount of time mentoring 
young school children, and visiting and assisting in senior citizen 
programs.
  It is with great honor that I stand here today to recognize an 
individual who has dedicated his life to protecting and assisting 
others. It is with the service and commitment of men such as Brandon 
Hobon that ensure the continuing protection and prominence of our 
communities and nation.

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