[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 13, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Page S2869]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]



                          National Police Week

  Mr. GRASSLEY. Madam President, yesterday, I stood here opening the 
Senate and kicking off the 64th annual National Police Week. That is a 
week dedicated to brave men and women who protect us and keep us safe.
  Tonight, as part of this week's celebration, marks the 37th annual 
candlelight. Each year, hundreds of officers killed in the line of duty 
are recognized and memorialized at this vigil. The name of each man and 
woman who gave their life will be read aloud.
  I encourage everyone to join me in recognizing their sacrifices. 
Honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice helps ensure that 
their contributions and legacies are preserved for generations to come.
  I encourage folks to visit the national law enforcement memorial. The 
memorial contains what is called ``pathways of remembrance,'' where the 
names of these courageous officers are engraved on the walls.
  While walking the pathways, visitors will notice the sculpture of a 
lion with an inscription below that reads:

       It is not how these officers died that made them heroes; it 
     is how they lived.

  These words are so very true, especially today, as the new officers' 
names are engraved on those walls.
  I yield the floor.
  I suggest the absence of a quorum.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll.
  The senior assistant executive clerk proceeded to call the roll.
  Mr. THUNE. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order 
for the quorum call be rescinded.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection.