[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 87 (Friday, May 8, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E434]
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        HONORING OUR LAW ENFORCEMENT DURING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 8, 2020

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the great 
sacrifice of our Nation's men and women in law enforcement. May 10th is 
the beginning of National Police Week. This week is a time for all 
Americans to pause and pay tribute to those who serve in law 
enforcement, and to remember those who have fallen.
  Everyday our nation's law enforcement officers leave their homes and 
families to make sure that our communities are safe. During these 
uncertain times, law enforcement officers play a vital role on the 
front lines to reduce the spread of COVID-19. I have always been amazed 
at the willingness of our law enforcement officers to put themselves in 
harms way for their neighbors, friends, family, and strangers.
  During this National Police Week, take a moment and say thank you to 
your local law enforcement officers and continue to be grateful that 
there are those among us who are willing to risk their lives to keep 
our communities safe.
  I thank the Law Enforcement Agencies of the Florida 12th 
Congressional District. We are eternally grateful for their sacrifice.

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