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Download official Senate Record PDFReturn to issue contextMr. HUSTED. Mr. President, I come today to the floor for a moment of reflection and remembrance of four courageous law enforcement officers in Ohio that we lost in 2025.
National Police Week, a dedicated time to honor the service and sacrifice of these heroes who protect us every day.
line of duty in 2025. Each of them will be added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial wall to honor their lives and dedication to protecting and serving.
Honoring Deputy Larry Henderson
I want to start with Deputy Larry Henderson. I remember this incident vividly. Deputy Henderson of Hamilton County was 57 years old. He and his wife have five grown children, and he was also a foster father of two infants.
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, holding many of the most dangerous jobs in both endeavors.
motorist while working a special detail for the University of Cincinnati's graduation.
Honoring Officer Phillip Wagner
Officer Phillip Wagner. Officer Wagner had served with the Lorain Police Department for 4 years and previously with the Sheffield Village Police Department, also for 4 years. He was a 35-year old combat veteran of the Marine Corps and served two tours of duty—including one in Afghanistan.
Officer Wagner loved God. He was a faith-filled man and was increasingly finding “peace and rest through his relationship with Jesus,” according to his pastor.
ambushed—they were ambushed—by a gunman as they ate their lunch in their cruisers. It is a truly tragic event for that community and for his family. His wife, three children, and entire family remain in our prayers.
We are forever grateful for the service of Officer Wagner.
Honoring Deputy D. “Weston” Sherrer
Deputy D. “Weston” Sherrer was 31 years old and had marked his fourth year with the Morrow County Sheriff's Office.
assignment that his dream was to become a policeman. He said “I want to catch villains, and I'm willing to risk my life for the people of the United States” as a first grader, and that is exactly what he did.
also the courage and temperament. His ability to connect with people fueled his successful career in law enforcement.
He will be remembered. He will be remembered, and we thank him for his service and his sacrifice to his country now and forever.
Honoring Trooper Nicholas Cayton
sweetheart, and father of two children. Trooper Cayton was described as a devoted family man and true public servant.
team that I know well—and he served for 7 years in the Ohio Army National Guard.
struck by a truck while he was helping a driver of a disabled tractor- trailer.
His childhood friend stated that “he had such a knack for making people feel welcome.” This quality, as well as his charisma, intelligence, and quick wit, served him well throughout his life and his career.
their love for their family, for their community, and for their country. These heroes gave their lives for their communities and neighbors.
these Ohio stories of those who served us, and I thank you all for honoring their service and celebrating their lives.
I yield the floor.
I suggest the absence of a quorum.
The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll.
The senior assistant bill clerk proceeded to call the roll.
Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Husted). Without objection, it is so ordered.