SUNUNU INTRODUCES BILL TO DEDICATE HILLSBOROUGH POST OFFICE IN HONOR OF SLAIN EPSOM POLICE OFFICER JEREMY TODD CHARRON
United States Senator John Sununu (R-NH) has introduced legislation to dedicate the Hillsborough, New Hampshire Post Office as the "Officer Jeremy Todd Charron Post Office" in honor of Epsom Police Officer Jeremy Todd Charron, who was murdered in the line of duty at age 24 on August 24, 1997 in Epsom. Senator Judd Gregg (R-NH) is a co-sponsor of the bill.
"As we approach the tenth anniversary of Jeremy's death, this legislation serves as a reminder of his sacrifice, professionalism, dedication, and valor," said Sununu, who introduced the measure at the request of the Hillsborough Board of Selectmen. "He and all the men and women in law enforcement who protect residents of New Hampshire and across the nation deserve our thanks and gratitude every day."
Upon introducing the bill, Sununu offered the following words of remembrance about Charron in the official Senate record, "Had Jeremy's dreams not been cut short at the age of 24, he would have achieved his goals of becoming a State Trooper and having a family of his own. Jeremy's murderers stripped our nation, the State of New Hampshire, and the community of a true patriot, citizen, and role model, as well as a loving friend and family member.
"Ten years have gone by since Jeremy's passing and a new generation of seven nieces and nephews know Jeremy's stories. People of Hillsborough, New Hampshire still have stories to share and lessons to learn from their very own American hero. As the years move forward, the citizens and future generations of Hillsborough will always remember Jeremy and share anecdotes about his life when they visit the "Officer Jeremy Todd Charron Post Office Building."
Senator Gregg, a co-sponsor of the legislation, stated, "The dedication of the Post Office in Hillsborough is a fitting tribute honoring the life and service of Officer Jeremy Charron. Though there is no way to repay his ultimate sacrifice, this small, but meaningful gesture is a way for the local community and our state to show our appreciation and recognize his important and unfailing dedication to making our communities and our state a safer place for our families. This building will serve as a daily reminder of the dedicated service of Officer Charron."
The legislation, which calls for the Post Office at 11 Central Street to be named the "Officer Jeremy Todd Charron Post Office," may be considered by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee on Wednesday, August 1.