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On the recordMay 14, 2018
today, during National Police Week, I wish to honor the thousands of uniformed Montanans who put their lives on the line to guarantee the safety and well-being of our families and the communities they call home. Day in and day out, they keep out drugs, provide justice for families shattered by crime, and ensure parents are secure tucking in their kids at night. These law enforcement officers are well-trained, committed, and they deserve our deepest gratitude. When others run from danger, they courageously face it head on. They bravely stand up to threats, and in the most tragic of circumstances, some make the ultimate sacrifice. Last year, Montanans lost Deputy Mason Moore of the Broadwater County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Moore was a beloved son, husband, father, and brother. He had a strong faith and a deep commitment to Montana and this Nation. His legacy lives on in his family, his fellow law enforcement officers, his community, and our State. Montana will never forget his dedication to service and his promise to keep all Montanans safe. Tragic moments like this make us all stop and remember how thankful we are for the men and women who serve and protect our communities. This National Police Week we add Deputy Moore's name to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC, to respectfully document his sacrifice and to preserve his legacy.…
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Jon Tester
Democratic · Montana

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