[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 66 (Wednesday, May 12, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E837]
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                 HONORING FALLEN LAW ENFORCEMENT HEROES

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                         HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 12, 2004

  Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to all the 
true heroes--our law enforcement officers--who have made the supreme 
sacrifice in service to their community so that all of us can live in 
peace and safety.
  Supporting law enforcement is very important to me because of my 
service as a law enforcement officer before coming to Congress in 1988. 
I am also a member of the House Law Enforcement Caucus.
  As we reflect on our fallen heroes, it is important to focus on 
providing the necessary funding and support to these individuals to 
combat the growing challenges they face. It is the least we can do for 
those who put their lives on the line every day.
  Since September 11, 2001, many in this nation and this Congress have 
a deeper appreciation for the importance of the sacrifices made by our 
law enforcement officers. Every day, hundreds of thousands of men and 
women protect and serve, often putting their own lives at risk. In 
honor of these dedicated law enforcement officers who have given their 
lives or have become disabled in the performance of duty, Mr. Speaker, 
I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing and paying respect to our 
fallen heroes.

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