Chief Patrol Agent of the Laredo Sector in 1995. and Chief Patrol Agent of the El Paso Sector in 1998. Most recently. in 2005. Chief Barker was appointed Deputy Chief of the United States Border Patrol. Throughout his career. Chief Barker has demonstrated the utmost professionalism and true dedication to the Border Patrol. his community. and our nation. He has dealt with tough border security and immigration issues. and his expertise helped make our nation more secure. As a former Border Patrol agent and Sector Chief myself. I am confident in saying that Chief Barker serves as an excellent example for all members of the Border Patrol and law enforcement officials everywhere. Chief Barker is also a devoted family man and community leader. He has a wife. the former Jacque Witt. a daughter. Allison. and a stepson. Michael. and I know that he made a great sacrifice leaving his home and family temporarily in El Paso to accept the position of Deputy Chief in Washington. He did so at a critical time for the Border Patrol. and the Patrol is better for it. as is the state of our nations homeland security. Mr. Speaker.
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