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Press ReleaseBipartisan2026-05-15

During National Police Week, Momentum Grows for Buchanan’s Thin Blue Line Act

Vern Buchanan
Vern Buchanan
RFL-16 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) was published on 2026-05-15 and titled "During National Police Week, Momentum Grows for Buchanan’s Thin Blue Line Act".

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During National Police Week, Momentum Grows for Buchanan’s Thin Blue Line Act

Gains Democratic Support, Trump Administration Endorsement Bipartisan Legislation Strengthens Penalties Against Cop Killers WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced new bipartisan support for his Thin Blue Line Act (H.R. 378) and renewed calls to pass the bill. The Thin Blue Line Act strengthens federal penalties for criminals who murder or target law enforcement officers and first responders. “During National Police Week, we honor the brave law enforcement officers and first [ ]
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