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RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT

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On 2026-04-21, Representative Michael Lawler (R-NY-17) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered the environment, crime and justice.

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RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3027] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT (Mr. LAWLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. LAWLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Clarkstown Police Chief Jeff Wanamaker on his retirement after nearly four decades of service to the town of Clarkstown and Rockland County. Beginning his law enforcement career with the Clarkstown Police Department in 1987, he rose through every rank of the department, serving as a patrol officer, field training officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, and, ultimately, chief. He also served as a volunteer firefighter. A graduate of Nyack High School, SUNY Oneonta, Seton Hall University, and the FBI National Police Academy, Chief Wanamaker served with distinction on the department's honor guard, leading with the simple principle of community first. Chief Wanamaker's career reflects the very best of law enforcement. A devoted family man and respected leader, he has spent his entire adult life protecting others. Mr. Speaker, I join the people of Clarkstown in thanking him for his extraordinary service and wish him and his family all the best in a well-earned retirement. I thank my friend for his many years of dedicated service. God bless him. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3027] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WANAMAKER ON HIS RETIREMENT (Mr. LAWLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. LAWLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Clarkstown Police Chief Jeff Wanamaker on his retirement after nearly four decades of service to the town of Clarkstown and Rockland County. Beginning his law enforcement career with the Clarkstown Police Department in 1987, he rose through every rank of the department, serving as a patrol officer, field training officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, and, ultimately, chief. He also served as a volunteer firefighter. A graduate of Nyack High School, SUNY Oneonta, Seton Hall University, and the FBI National Police Academy, Chief Wanamaker served with distinction on the department's honor guard, leading with the simple principle of community first. Chief Wanamaker's career reflects the very best of law enforcement. A devoted family man and respected leader, he has spent his entire adult life protecting others. Mr. Speaker, I join the people of Clarkstown in thanking him for his extraordinary service and wish him and his family all the best in a well-earned retirement. I thank my friend for his many years of dedicated service. God bless him. ____________________