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behalf of our association and its president, whenever possible, to the agency, family, or memorial website of every law-enforce ment officer killed in the line of duty in the United States. He did this out of his own personal finances – and only informed me to determine if I wanted to continue the ministry. While I was hon ored to do so, and agreed wholeheartedly, our executive director and board were very touched when they discovered all that he had been doing, and our executive director contacted me so that they could financially support what Mike had started. For his incredible and valuable service to our association, the board, and so many others, Chaplain Mike Hardee was awarded the Lester A. Davis award for Outstanding Contribu tion to the FBINAA at this year’s National Conference by our association president. Upon receiving the award, Mike was clearly touched, honored, and in his humble way, gave thanks to God, his wife, and others for his accomplishments. He is widely respected and treasured, and for good reason. Mike has become a dear and trusted friend, a mentor, a brother, and an ear and voice whenever I need one. In his spare time, he works on his large ranch breaking and training wild horses, stays active in the Spiritual Leadership Network, serves his church and his Florida and New York/Eastern Canada FBINAA Chapters, loves on his family (especially his grandchildren), and still has time to listen to, pray for, and offer guidance to me, us, and anyone who asks. Mike has been living out 1 Peter 4:10: "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace". I do not possess Mike’s soothing, southern accent, and I am keenly aware of who would end up broken if I ever attempted anything close to what Mike does with a horse, but I do have at least one thing going for me…I have a friend and a brother named Mike who continues to guide me as I attempt to follow in his sandals to serve our association and others, and for that I am truly grateful. I hope that we are all grateful for who he is, how he served – and how he continues to serve. If you would like to send a note to Mike, in light of his faithful service to us all, he can be reached at: hardeesa34@gmail.com

continued from "DFR Programs", on page 33 BETTER OUTCOMES, RESTORED TRUST The success of DFR and RTIC demonstrates what’s possible when agencies prioritize real-time data and rapid response. These tools don’t replace first responders. They multiply their impact. In New York City, the NYPD reports making 200 arrests relat ed to subway surfing and estimates that 200 lives may have been saved because of the DFR program. In addition to enforcement, the department shares drone footage with families as part of a broader strategy to raise awareness and prevent future incidents. As law enforcement leaders look toward the future, the question isn’t whether departments can afford to invest in these capabilities—it’s whether they can afford not to, in a time when every second, every officer, and every resource counts. Smarter policing starts with smarter tools. The promise of DFR is not just in the lives it saves, but in what it delivers: better outcomes, stronger communities, and a safer tomorrow. provost marshal, U.S. Army Europe, being able to reach out to Na tional Academy colleagues throughout Europe and points beyond worldwide, was a valuable contributor to my overall success as a U.S. Army law enforcement officer. Following my Army retirement, I was employed first as managing director, Pinkerton Continental Europe, and subsequently as manager, safety and security Europe for Cisco Systems. The reach to FBINAA members has been con stantly of inestimable value, collegially and professionally. I’d like to introduce you to the most recent U.S. Army Mili tary Police Officer, Major Kievell Ruffin, NA Session 295. His most recent assignment was at the Pentagon, and his next move is to Fort Campbell, Ky. I sincerely hope he will become active in the Kentucky Chapter! Congratulations on your completion of the NA and welcome to the family! Finally, are you in contact with a military session mate who is no longer an active member of the Association? I challenge you to reach out to those folks and encourage them to reconnect. They were valued members of our sessions and still have much to contribute to the FBINAA!

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Blessings,

Kevin Jensen Chaplain

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aimed meeting the needs of the customers who need the most advanced, reliable connectivity—emergency responders.

References: 1 This capability is initially available to customers using select Android and Apple devices. 2 The Verizon Frontline Fifth Annual Public Safety Communications Survey reveals how first responders are thinking about the ways in which connectivity and technology impact their profession, now and in the years to come. Source: verizon.com/about/news/frontline-public-safety- communications-2025#FLPSSurvey2025091725NR 3 Based on quarterly third-party wireless voice market share data, Q1 2024. 4 Initial satellite capabilities include text messaging and location detection on certain Android and Apple devices. For the latest updates, go to: verizon.com/ frontline. Source: verizon.com/about/news/verizon-conquers-remaining- dead-zones-test-man-buzz-aldrin

D iscover how Verizon Frontline provides public safety agencies across the US with reliable communication during emergencies. verizon.com/frontline

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