“because of the issue here and the term ``law enforcement officer,'' we actually defined it in the bill as being an officer, agent or employee of the United States, a State or political subdivision authorized by law or government agency. I mean when we take a look at this, I think this would include any law enforcement officer in the United States.”
Discussing the definition of law enforcement officers in a legislative bill.
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