Resolution Commemorating National Police Week, led by Grassley, Passes Senate Unanimously
WASHINGTON – The Senate this evening unanimously passed a
bipartisan resolution led by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of
the Senate Judiciary Committee, commemorating National Police Week 2021. The
resolution honors the selfless dedication and sacrifice made by law enforcement
officers across the country to protect and serve American communities.
“Being
a police officer isn’t just a job. It’s a calling. I commend these public
servants for answering that call. Over the last year, many officers have faced
exceptional, demoralizing attacks. Departments have struggled to retain and
recruit new officers. Our country will be better served by more qualified
individuals in law enforcement, not fewer. Through this bipartisan resolution
and the Senate’s ongoing legislative work, we will continue to support the men
and women in law enforcement,” Grassley
said.
Patrick Yoes, Fraternal Order of Police
National President, said, “There are some 800,000 men and women in law enforcement
who pin on a badge each day and protect their respective communities with honor
and compassion. During National Police Week, we recognize the sacrifices made
every day by our law enforcement officers and their families. We also remember
our fallen brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Fraternal
Order of Police is grateful to Ranking Member Grassley and Chairman Durbin for their
leadership on this resolution honoring our nation’s law enforcement.”
Laura Cooper, Major
Cities Chiefs Association Executive Director, said, “On this solemn week,
we remember the brave law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice
in service to their communities. The MCCA thanks Sen. Grassley, Sen. Durbin,
and the distinguished members of the Senate for honoring these officers with S.
Res. 215. While we are unable to gather in person this year to celebrate their
lives, their memories will not be forgotten.”
This year's resolution is cosponsored by a
bipartisan group of 78 senators.
Earlier Thursday, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a slate of measures to protect and further support law enforcement
officers. Sen. Grassley authored or sponsored each of those measures.
The full text of the resolution is?HERE.
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