[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 80 (Thursday, May 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E930]
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          IN HONOR OF ARKANSAS' THIRD DISTRICT POLICE OFFICERS

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                           HON. JOHN BOOZMAN

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 2008

  Mr. BOOZMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of National Peace 
Officer Memorial Day and recognize the sacrifices and honorable service 
of law enforcement officers in Arkansas and throughout the country.
  Their efforts were first honored with this special recognition in 
1962 when President John F. Kennedy designated May 15th as Peace 
Officers Memorial Day and the week as National Police Week.
  The law enforcement career path attracts many brave Americans. Today 
there are more than 900,000 sworn law enforcement officers serving, 
which is the highest number ever.
   With the honor of the badge also comes the possibility of anguish. 
On average a law enforcement officer is killed in the line of duty in 
the United States every 53 hours. Earlier this year, the Third District 
of Arkansas experienced the loss of an Arkansas State Trooper who 
sacrificed his life while on duty.
  My appreciation for these Americans who help protect us every day is 
immeasurable. We must recognize and honor the efforts of these brave 
men and women not only this week, but all year long.




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