[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 83 (Wednesday, May 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E455]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR RECOGNIZING ``NATIONAL POLICE WEEK''

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                               speech of

                           HON. LAUREL M. LEE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 15, 2023

  Ms. LEE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of National 
Police Week to recognize and honor the brave men and women in blue 
across the country. This week is a time to reflect on the sacrifices 
they make to keep us all safe.
  My years serving as a prosecutor and judge allowed me to see and 
appreciate firsthand the sacrifices our law enforcement officers make 
to ensure our community's safety, and I cannot thank them enough. They 
work around the clock to keep our friends and families safe, regardless 
of the circumstances.
  Now as the Representative for Florida's 15th District, I am proud to 
represent thousands of brave law enforcement officers who display great 
courage, bravery, patience, and diligence when called to run into 
danger, all to protect those who are often strangers.
  To the law enforcement officers that never returned home, we will 
never forget their sacrifice.
  And to the law enforcement officers of Florida's 15th District--thank 
you. I thank them for all that they do and their dedication to serving 
and protecting our community day in and day out. I will always stand 
with them.

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