Recognizing the visionary leadership of Chief Richard LaMunyon and the profound global impact of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Ron Estes

Republican · KS · Representative

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-03-05

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This resolution honors Chief Richard LaMunyon's leadership and recognizes the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, a program where police officers and law enforcement agencies help raise money and awareness for Special Olympics athletes around the world. The measure celebrates the contributions of law enforcement to supporting people with intellectual disabilities through this charitable initiative. It does not create new laws or programs, but rather formally acknowledges the work of these organizations and individuals.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Con. Res. 76 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. CON. RES. 76 Recognizing the visionary leadership of Chief Richard LaMunyon and the profound global impact of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 5, 2026 Mr. Estes submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned _______________________________________________________________________ CONCURRENT RESOLUTION Recognizing the visionary leadership of Chief Richard LaMunyon and the profound global impact of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Whereas, in 1979, Wichita, Kansas, Police Chief Richard LaMunyon was invited to the Special Olympics Kansas State Summer Games; Whereas Chief LaMunyon witnessed firsthand the unique bond between athletes and law enforcement officers, having been moved by the ``tears of joy'' and excitement of a young athlete while presenting her with a medal; Whereas this interaction served as the ``spark'' for Chief LaMunyon to commit his department to supporting Special Olympics Kansas (SOKS); Whereas Chief LaMunyon sought to eliminate the financial burden on athletes and their families, who at the time were required to pay for dinner dance banquets; Whereas, in June 1981, Chief LaMunyon and his officers launched the first ``Flame of Hope'' run from Wichita City Hall to South High School, raising approximately $300 in its inaugural year; Whereas Chief LaMunyon collaborated with Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of Special Olympics, to ensure the athletes remained at the forefront of the mission; Whereas, after witnessing the ``loud roar of support'' and positive interactions between hundreds of officers and athletes at the Kansas Summer Games, Eunice Kennedy Shriver gave her official blessing for what is now known as the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR); Whereas the LETR has grown from a local initiative in Wichita to the largest grassroots movement supporting Special Olympics worldwide; Whereas the movement now spans all 50 States, all provinces of Canada, and over 25 other countries; Whereas more than 150,000 law enforcement officers participate in LETR events annually; and Whereas, since its inception in 1981, the movement has raised a total of $1,139,597,747 to support individuals with intellectual disabilities: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That Congress-- (1) recognizes Chief Richard LaMunyon for his visionary leadership in founding the Law Enforcement Torch Run; (2) commends the 150,000 law enforcement officers who continue to carry the ``Flame of Hope'' and foster community inclusion; and (3) celebrates the ``roaring flame of stability'' that the Law Enforcement Torch Run provides to the Special Olympics movement worldwide. <all>

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