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     STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2017

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H O U S E   R E S O L U T I O N

CONGRATULATING LIEUTENANT DAVID A. DOUCET ON THE OCCASION OF HIS

RETIREMENT AFTER MORE THAN THIRTY YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF

THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

     Introduced By: Representatives Mattiello, Shekarchi, Morgan, Hull, and Lancia

     Date Introduced: March 21, 2017

     Referred To: House read and passed

     WHEREAS, Throughout history, our nation has been propitiously blessed with men and

women who are willing to step forward and safeguard the freedoms and liberties we hold so dear.

These often unsung heroes go about the day-to-day task of upholding the laws of this state and it

is fitting that we recognize their value and myriad contributions; and

     WHEREAS, David Doucet grew up in the City of Pawtucket and graduated from Tolman

High School. He earned his Associate's degree in Administration of Justice from Roger Williams

University and entered the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy in 1985; and

     WHEREAS, Upon graduation from the Academy, Officer Doucet joined the Pawtucket

Police Department as a Patrolman serving until 1989, when he accepted a position with the

Smithfield Police Department; and

     WHEREAS, In 1992, Officer Doucet graduated from the Rhode Island State Police

Training Academy and began his career with the Rhode Island State Police, stationed at the

Portsmouth Barracks until October of 1992, followed by placement at the Hope Valley Barracks

through 1993; and

     WHEREAS, By consistently demonstrating integrity and outstanding leadership skills,

Officer Doucet was promoted to Corporal in 2007, Sergeant in May of 2009, and Lieutenant in

2012. He has served with the Commercial Enforcement Unit, the Detective Bureau, the Financial

Crimes Unit, Computer Crimes Unit, Auto Theft Unit, and most recently as the Acting Director

of Enforcement for the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles; and

     WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure with the State Police, Lt. Doucet has earned the

respect of his fellow officers and has earned a plethora of commendations including, six

Departmental Commendations, one of which was a Special Commendation, and several Letters of

Recognition; and

     WHEREAS, Lt. Doucet is truly "an officer and a gentleman" and the citizenry of Rhode

Island lead far safer and more secure lives due to his extraordinary career. His dedication to the

job and respect for his fellow police officers will be sorely missed, although there is little doubt

that in his heart he will always be part of the force; now, therefore be it

     RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives hereby recognizes, honors, and thanks

Lt. David A. Doucet, on the occasion of his retirement after more than thirty years of steadfast

service to the people of the State of Rhode Island. We wish him good health, fulfillment, and

continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it further

     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to

transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Lieutenant David A. Doucet.

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