Erik Paulsen: “Cops, police, law enforcement--they are the men and women in uniform who display bravery and courage while protecting…”

“Cops, police, law enforcement--they are the men and women in uniform who display bravery and courage while protecting our citizens each and every day, and it is not without risk. It is National Police Week, when officers and their families from around the country have traveled here to Washington to remember their loved ones and those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. In Minnesota alone, there are 440 law enforcement agencies made up of 10,000 Minnesotans who put on their uniform every day, working diligently to protect our communities. Every year, new names, unfortunately, are added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial here in Washington. 129 officers were killed in 2017. Sadly, one of those whom we honor and remember is Officer Bill Matthews from Wayzata, Minnesota. I thank our police and law enforcement, Mr. Speaker, for their service and providing that thin blue line for protecting and for serving. ____________________”