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HAPPY NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

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On 2026-05-14, Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA-15) delivered a floor speech titled "HAPPY NATIONAL POLICE WEEK" in the House.

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HAPPY NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [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. [[Page H3459]] 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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HAPPY NATIONAL POLICE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [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. [[Page H3459]] 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. ____________________