[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)]
[House]
[Pages H3458-H3459]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HAPPY NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

  (Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 
5 minutes.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
National Police Week, observed this year from May 10 to May 16.
  Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, this week 
serves as a solemn tribute to the men and women in blue who lost their 
lives in the line of duty. Since then, support for National Police Week 
has grown significantly.
  National Police Week is sponsored by the National Law Enforcement 
Officers Memorial fund. Its mission is to tell the story of American 
law enforcement, honor the fallen, and make it safer for those who 
serve.
  This year, thousands of police officers and law enforcement 
supporters are gathering here in Washington, D.C., to show their public 
support for the men and women who wear the badge.
  I encourage people visiting our Nation's Capital this week to visit 
the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Here, Mr. Speaker, you 
can pay tribute to more than 24,000 fallen officers whose names are 
engraved on the memorial.
  Earlier this year, we mourned Pennsylvania State Trooper Timothy 
O'Connor, who died during a traffic stop. Trooper O'Connor, like so 
many other law enforcement officers we have lost, served with dignity, 
honor, and courage. I pray God continues to protect and bless his 
family.
  Every day, more than 700,000 law enforcement officers uphold the 
responsibility of protecting Americans and serving their local 
communities.

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  Mr. Speaker, our officers put on their uniforms each day knowing that 
they can be in harm's way at any moment. As a Member of Congress, I 
thank the Capitol Police officers who work so hard to protect the 
Capitol, Members of Congress, and their staff. These men and women 
serve with integrity and goodwill, making it possible for 
Representatives to serve their constituents.
  Police officers across the Nation make their communities safer, and 
for that we are grateful.
  Mr. Speaker, as we honor National Police Week, it is important to 
take a moment and remember the sacrifices many officers, as well as 
their families, have made.
  May God continue to protect our police officers and their families. I 
thank all the officers who take the oath to serve and protect the 
public.
  Happy National Police Week.

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