[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 4 (Tuesday, January 9, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H7]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to 
celebrate National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. I would take this 
time to honor the more than 800,000 sworn officers currently serving in 
the U.S. for their continued dedication to upholding the law and 
ensuring our safety. Words cannot describe how difficult and how 
important your jobs are.
  Established in 2015, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day takes 
place annually on January 9. It is a special time in our country 
because it allows us to truly recognize the brave men and women of this 
country who serve in law enforcement.
  Thank you to the Capitol Police, the Secret Service, and the 
Metropolitan Police Department for keeping us continually safe here in 
our Nation's Capital.
  Thank you to the law enforcement in my home State of Pennsylvania, 
the State troopers, as well as the local police forces across the 15th 
District for their unwavering commitment to protecting so many 
communities.
  Thank you again to all law enforcement across United States for your 
admirable service to our country.

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