National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to give thanks to the men and women who keep us safe.

Yesterday was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a day to be grateful for the officers who have dedicated their lives to serving their communities.

Created in 2015, this day allows us to voice our appreciation to law enforcement officers for their service.

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day has become increasingly more important in light of the growing negativity towards officers.

According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund there are more than 800,000 sworn law enforcement officers serving in the United States. Law enforcement officers don't enter this career because of the recognition that they may receive, they choose this career because of their passion for public service.

These officers knowingly put their lives on the line every day because they know protecting and preventing crime creates a safer world.

A simple way to show our law enforcement we care is to thank a police officer. So, if you see a police officer, please thank a police officer.

Mr. Speaker, I want to give my most sincere thanks to the men and women of law enforcement for the dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to the rule of law they display every day.

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