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HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD

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On 2026-06-04, Representative Clay Fuller (R-GA-14) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD" in the House.

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HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 95 (Thursday, June 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 95 (Thursday, June 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E530] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD ______ HON. CLAY FULLER of georgia in the house of representatives Thursday, June 4, 2026 Mr. FULLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a dedicated public servant and outstanding law enforcement officer protecting Georgia's 14th District: Georgia State Patrol Corporal Emilee Shackleford. Corporal Shackleford embodies the true spirit of the badge. She recently shared that at the beginning of every shift, she laces up her boots and places her badge over her heart, knowing she is giving her absolute full commitment to keeping her community safe. She entered law enforcement to make a deeply positive difference, and she is doing exactly that every single day. Recently, Corporal Shackleford was the target of unfair media attacks simply for being highly effective at her job. For enforcing the law and holding unlicensed drivers accountable on our roads, referring any illegal immigrants she apprehends to federal immigration officials. Media reports sought to attack her for being responsible for 78 percent of her agency's illegal immigrant arrests in Walker County. I rise to praise her for being responsible for 78 percent of her agency's Walker County arrests, and hope that her colleagues will rise to meet her example. In a time when the rule of law is frequently undermined, she refused to back down. She stood strong for public safety, and she has earned the overwhelming respect and gratitude of the citizens she protects, putting them first. The people of Northwest Georgia are grateful for her courage, her resilience, and her steadfast service. It is my distinct privilege to recognize Corporal Emilee Shackleford today. ____________________

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HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 95 (Thursday, June 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 95 (Thursday, June 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E530] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CORPORAL EMILEE SHACKLEFORD ______ HON. CLAY FULLER of georgia in the house of representatives Thursday, June 4, 2026 Mr. FULLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a dedicated public servant and outstanding law enforcement officer protecting Georgia's 14th District: Georgia State Patrol Corporal Emilee Shackleford. Corporal Shackleford embodies the true spirit of the badge. She recently shared that at the beginning of every shift, she laces up her boots and places her badge over her heart, knowing she is giving her absolute full commitment to keeping her community safe. She entered law enforcement to make a deeply positive difference, and she is doing exactly that every single day. Recently, Corporal Shackleford was the target of unfair media attacks simply for being highly effective at her job. For enforcing the law and holding unlicensed drivers accountable on our roads, referring any illegal immigrants she apprehends to federal immigration officials. Media reports sought to attack her for being responsible for 78 percent of her agency's illegal immigrant arrests in Walker County. I rise to praise her for being responsible for 78 percent of her agency's Walker County arrests, and hope that her colleagues will rise to meet her example. In a time when the rule of law is frequently undermined, she refused to back down. She stood strong for public safety, and she has earned the overwhelming respect and gratitude of the citizens she protects, putting them first. The people of Northwest Georgia are grateful for her courage, her resilience, and her steadfast service. It is my distinct privilege to recognize Corporal Emilee Shackleford today. ____________________