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Robin Carnahan: “I find it unbelievable that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle would object to a bill, unanimously passed by…”

On the recordMay 17, 2002
I find it unbelievable that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle would object to a bill, unanimously passed by the Judiciary Committee, to honor the law enforcement and public safety officers who risk their lives daily to keep us safe. The bill I introduced provides a small amount of money to honor those who have been injured or killed in the line of duty. As we celebrate Police Officers Memorial Week, it is troubling to me that anyone would want to deny them the recognition that they are due. I hope whoever is blocking this bill from passing will reconsider their opposition and let us honor these brave men and women.
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Robin Carnahan
Missouri
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Addressing opposition to a bill honoring law enforcement officers during Police Officers Memorial Week.

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