[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22934]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO RICHARD PERKINS

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 26, 2008

  Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Richard Perkins.
   Richard has dedicated his life to serving his fellow Nevadans and 
giving back to the Southern Nevada community. After growing up in 
Boulder City and Henderson, Richard graduated from Basic High School 
and subsequently the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with degrees in 
Criminal Justice and Political Science. Following his graduation from 
UNLV, Richard began a long and illustrious career with the Henderson 
Police Department in 1984. He has served as the Chief of Police for the 
Henderson Police Department since 2006.
   In addition to Richard's dedicated service as a police officer and 
first responder, he admirably served in the Nevada State Legislature 
for a number of years. In 1993, Richard was first elected to the Nevada 
Assembly and served for five subsequent regular sessions. During his 
time in the legislature, Richard distinguished himself, becoming the 
Democratic Floor Leader in 1995, the Chairman of the Legislative 
Commission from 1997-1998, and the Majority Floor Leader from 1997-
1999. He served as the Speaker of the Nevada State Assembly in 2001.
   Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor my good friend, Richard Perkins. 
Richard's tireless dedication to his fellow Nevadans and the Southern 
Nevada community are admirable and should serve as an example of a life 
dedicated to service. I thank Richard for his efforts, and wish him the 
best in his retirement and all his future endeavors.

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