[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 13]
[Senate]
[Page 19270]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO KATHLEEN BIGNOTTI

  Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary 
career of United States Capitol Police Sergeant Kathleen Bignotti, who 
is retiring after more than 28 years of service to the Department.
  Sgt. Bignotti began her career in October 1985, when she was 
appointed as a U.S. Capitol Police officer and assigned to the House of 
Representatives Division. Less than 1 year later, she was selected to 
serve as a member of the First Responder Unit.
  Her career with the Capitol Police included assignments to the Office 
of the Chief of Police, the Dignitary Protection Unit, the Senate 
Division, the Patrol Division, and the Library of Congress Division. 
Sgt. Bignotti's most highly regarded assignment came in 2003 when she 
was promoted to serve as Unit Commander of the USCP Mounted Unit. Her 
horse, Henry, will always have a special place in Sgt. Bignotti's 
heart.
  Sgt. Bignotti represented the department with distinction in her 
duties that included assisting during the 1990 Goodwill Games in 
Seattle, WA; serving as a representative during National Police Week 
ceremonies; participating in the Special Olympics ceremonies and 
recruiting class graduations, and other special events as designated by 
the Chief of Police. In 1991, she received commendation as a member of 
the Ceremonial Unit for Honor Guard duties associated with Queen 
Elizabeth's visit to the Capitol.
  As a former officer with the U.S. Capitol Police, I have a special 
appreciation for the commitment and dedication of the men and women on 
this force. I, along with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle, 
wish Sgt. Bignotti all the best in her retirement.

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