June 27, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 109 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING NEBRASKA STATE TROOPER JERRY SMITH

  (Mr. SMITH of Nebraska asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
of Nebraska State Trooper Jerry Smith. Jerry was killed last week in a 
tragic accident while on duty.
  Jerry dedicated his life to serving. First, he served our Nation in 
the Army, where he won a Bronze Star. After his retirement from the 
Army, he served our great State with the Nebraska State Patrol.
  He was highly respected in our community of Scottsbluff and Gering, 
Nebraska, and we grieve with his family.
  His memorial service today was a testament to how many lives he 
touched and a tribute to his service. People from all around the State, 
and even law enforcement from out of State, joined together to pay 
their respects to Jerry.
  He is survived by his wife, Karen, their children, and their 
grandchildren. Our hearts go out to them during this time, and they can 
be assured the entire State of Nebraska is with them.
  We thank Jerry for his service to our State and remember him for his 
service as well.

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