Political Quotes

“H. Con. Res. 347 authorizes use of the Capitol Grounds for the 21st annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service--a most solemn and respectful service. As a former law enforcement official, this ceremony has a special meaning to me, and I strongly support this resolution that honors the police officers, 230 brave men and women, who gave their lives in the daily work of protecting our families and us. On average, one officer is killed in this country every other day, approximately 23,000 are injured every year, and thousands are assaulted going about their daily routines. During last year very devoted, heroic officers from the ranks of State, local and Federal service were killed in the line of duty--219 men, and 11 women were killed. The average age of those killed was 38 years, and they had an average of 11.7 years in service. In my State of Illinois 7 brave police officers dies in the line of duty during 2001--At this time I would like to read their names into the Record: Myron Deckard--Vermillion County, Illinois Stanley Talbor--Illinois State Police Brian T. Strause--Chicago Kevin Rice, Sr.--Rockford Eric D. Lee--Chicago Donan J. Faulkner, Jr.--Peoria Hector A. Silva--Chicago Mr. Speaker, the ceremony to be held on May 15 is the 21st anniversary of this memorial service. I support the resolution and urge my colleagues to join me in supporting this tribute to our fallen Peace Officers.”