Political Quotes

“Mr. President, on a separate note, for the last few days, we have been celebrating National Police Week, when we honor the men and women who help keep our communities safe. They have chosen a difficult and often dangerous life, dedicated to enforcing the law, defending our civil liberties, and protecting our cities and neighborhoods. Sometimes law enforcement officers intentionally put themselves in harm's way for our benefit, and sometimes they even sacrifice their lives for their fellow citizens. The police in my State are no exception. In fact, according to one FBI report, Texas had more law enforcement officers die in the line of duty in 2017 than any other State. Because it is National Police Week, I would like to mention two important pieces of legislation that are high priorities for law enforcement groups, and I am happy to be the chief sponsor of both. The first is called the Justice Served Act. Its companion legislation passed just yesterday in the House. I am grateful to my colleague Representative John Carter for helping to make sure that happened. The bill would provide grants for State and local governments to prosecute cold cases. These are older crimes that have languished but are reignited through DNA evidence, including evidence obtained from backlogged rape kits.…”