October 19, 2010

 Las Vegas, NV—Nevada Senator Harry Reid today made the following statement on the passing of Nevada’s first Homeland Security Advisor and retired Army Colonel Jerry Bussell.
 
“Jerry was an incredible American who served his country and the state of Nevada his entire adult life. Thanks to Jerry’s leadership, visitors to Nevada’s popular tourism destinations can be confident in their travel to the Silver State.” said Reid. “His service to Nevada Army National Guard and to the people of the Silver State will not soon be forgotten. My thoughts are with Pat and their family during this difficult time.”