James Traficant: “As the author of House Concurrent Resolution 237, which would authorize the use of the grounds of the U.S. Capitol for…”

“As the author of House Concurrent Resolution 237, which would authorize the use of the grounds of the U.S. Capitol for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service on May 15, 1994, I rise in strong support of this resolution and urge the House to approve it today. As chairman of the House Public Works and Transportation Subcommittee on Public Buildings and Grounds, I am pleased that both the subcommittee and the full committee worked expeditiously to approve this resolution and bring it to the House floor. Mr. Speaker, from 1981 to 1985, I had the honor of serving as sheriff of Mahoning County, OH. As a former law enforcement officer, I know all too well the many challenges facing America's law enforcement officers. The 151 officers who died in the line of duty in 1993 are a tragic reminder of the many dangers facing law enforcement and of the enormous sacrifices our police officers continue to make to keep our streets safe. I can't think of a more appropriate place in America to honor these fallen heroes than the U.S. Capitol.”