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Download official House Record PDFReturn to issue contextRECOGNIZING WILLIAM “BUDDY” BENNETT
(Mr. Burchett of Tennessee was recognized to address the House for 5 minutes.)
Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, I thank the tourists up there in the gallery who, I am sure, are not here to hear me speak but are just getting out of that horrible heat. I welcome them to their Nation's Capital.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the retirement of Trooper William “Buddy” Bennett and his impactful career of protecting The Volunteer State for three decades.
members and State House members and senators as a member of the Tennessee Highway Patrol's Capitol Protection Unit, where he was a friend to all.
In my 16 years in the State legislature, Mr. Speaker, I came across many State troopers who were as much a part of the legislature as we were. Trooper Bennett was always selfless and kind no matter who was there. He will be dearly missed by the State capitol and his colleagues, current and former members and Senators alike, and me, as well.
Recognizing Don W. White
Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the outstanding career of my very good friend and fellow motorcycle rider Don White, who has spent more
than three decades serving and protecting the citizens of Lenoir City.
public service by keeping drugs off the street and putting bad people behind bars. He built strong, lasting partnerships with the Federal and local agencies. He strengthened drug enforcement efforts, and he set a standard of excellence that has elevated the entire department.
through periods of growth and challenge with steadiness, integrity, and a devotion to the good people of Loudon County. His influence was so impactful that the city opened the Don W. White Public Training Center in his honor, ensuring future public servants will carry forward the values he championed.
Mr. Speaker, as I have always said, that bald head is nothing to be ashamed of. It is a solar panel for a think tank.
Recognizing Kyle Hixson
Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the appointment of Justice Kyle Hixson to the Tennessee Supreme Court. As a seventh- generation Tennessean, Justice Hixson is the true embodiment of what it means to be a true Volunteer.
will continue to serve the good folks of east Tennessee in the highest court of our great State.
whose career is dedicated to upholding and fighting for the constitutional values necessary to maintain liberty and justice in Tennessee.
Justice Hixson has been a lifelong pillar of our great community. From working in his family's grocery store as a kid to raising his three very lovely daughters, he understands the strength of Tennessee lies in its families, its communities, and the people who call it home. Throughout his great career, he has remained committed to serving both his profession and his fellow Tennesseans with humility and integrity.
faith, and principles. His appointment is a testament to Tennessee, and I am honored to recognize him today and call him a friend.