Political Quotes

“I rise to join Senators Campbell, Hatch and Leahy to offer the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act amendment. The purpose of the amendment is simple. It would exempt present and retired law enforcement officers from State and local laws that prohibit carrying concealed firearms, as long as the officers were bearing valid ID issued from their employing agency. The Fraternal Order of Police, representing more than 1,000 Nevada law enforcement officers and more than 300,000 members nationwide, supports this amendment. They support this bill because it would improve public safety. It would allow law enforcement officers to protect the public, as well as themselves. This amendment mirrors a bill sponsored by more than two-thirds of America's Senators. Again, our overwhelming support underscores the fact that this measure will protect our communities, as well as the brave police officers who serve us so well. As I learned many years ago when I was on the Capitol police force, law enforcement officers are never truly 'off-duty.' They are dedicated public servants trained to uphold the law and keep the peace. When there is a threat to the peace or to our public safety, law enforcement officers are sworn to answer that call--and answer it they do, whether they are on duty or not. Law enforcement officers are always protecting the innocent just as they are always under threat from the guilty.”