[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 13] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page 17905] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]IN HONOR OF JOE FARROW ______ HON. SAM FARR of california in the house of representatives Thursday, July 31, 2008 Mr. FARR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Joe Farrow, the esteemed commissioner of the California Highway Patrol. Farrow, appointed earlier this year by Governor Schwarzenegger, has taken the reigns of one of the largest law enforcement agencies in the nation. His fervent dedication is evident through the great strides he has made in insuring the safety of California's roadways, and his work is worthy of commendation. Though Farrow is new to the leadership position, he is very familiar with the CHP's mission of safety, service, and security. Farrow began his career with the CHP as a cadet and has since worked his way through the chain of command, leaving his indelible mark every step of the way. Having grown up in Pacific Grove, California, he is committed to connecting the local community with what many see as just another disengaged state government agency. Farrow's ability to relate with both those he leads and those he serves has been a beneficial asset to the areas of California that have been damaged by the recent wildfires. When highways are temporarily closed due to the fires, the CHP has the duty of redirecting traffic to alternate routes. Farrow maintains an equal balance of good judgment and compassion for those people whose lives have been touched by the fires. Before taking his post as commissioner, Farrow was instrumental in implementing several highway safety programs throughout California. Most recently, the Safety and Farm Vehicle Education (SAFE) program led to an immediate and drastic decrease in the number of farm workers' injuries or deaths resulting from unsafe transportation to and from the fields. Madam Speaker, Farrow is deserving of recognition for his years of service with the CHP. Please join me in honoring Joe Farrow for his contribution to highway safety, as well as congratulating him on his new position as commissioner of the CHP. ____________________