Senator Marshall Joins Colleagues to Applaud Passage of Resolution Recognizing National Police Week

Washington – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and 79 of their Senate colleagues in welcoming the Senate’s unanimous passage of a resolution designating May 12 through 17 as National Police Week.

This resolution is an annual tradition going back more than 60 years and reiterates the unwavering support for law enforcement officers across the nation who keep our communities safe, our borders secure, and drugs and criminals off our streets. 

“My dad was the chief of police in my hometown, and I grew up watching him put his life on the line every day to protect our community,” said Senator Marshall. “Law enforcement officers in the state of Kansas – and across the United States – work tirelessly every day to protect our country and uphold the rule of law. America’s law enforcement officers deserve the highest level of recognition. I am proud to support this resolution alongside my Senate colleagues and see its unanimous passage.”

“Law enforcement officers in Iowa and across the nation work tirelessly to protect and serve our communities. This week, and every week, we should give our thanks to the brave men and women in blue, who have sacrificed so much to ensure our safety,” said Senator Grassley. “As always, I’m proud to back the blue and will continue my efforts in Congress to protect and support our courageous officers.” 

The resolution:

• Recognizes the need to ensure that law enforcement officers have the equipment, training, and resources that are necessary in order to protect the health and safety of the officers while the officers protect the public.
• Acknowledges that police officers and other law enforcement personnel, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, should be remembered and honored.
• Expresses condolences and solemn appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
• Encourages the people of the United States to observe National Police Week by honoring law enforcement personnel and promoting awareness of the essential mission that law enforcement personnel undertake in service to their communities and the United States.

Read the full resolution here. 

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