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Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on the topic of this Special Order.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Utah?
There was no objection.
Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to be joined by my colleagues for this Police Week Special Order.
line every day to protect our communities, and 1 week per year honoring them will never be enough. I want to respect the time of our colleagues so I will turn the time over to them before I give my remarks.
Mrs. BIGGS of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, during National Police Week, we honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who put on the badge each day, knowing the risks that come with serving others.
Today, I rise to remember Greenwood Police Officer Don “DJ” Keller who passed away earlier this week while faithfully serving his community.
Officer Keller was only 31 years old. He was a fellow National Guardsman, a husband, and a father. He represented the very best of law enforcement.
South Carolina mourn his loss. We also lift up his family, his fellow officers, and all who knew and loved him.
Scripture tells us in Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.”
Officer Keller lived as a peacemaker. His service, sacrifice, and example will not be forgotten. May God bless Officer Keller, his family, and every law enforcement officer serving our communities.
Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman from South Carolina for her great message, and I appreciate her attending this Special Order.
Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentlewoman from Florida (Mrs. Cammack).
Mrs. CAMMACK. Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend and colleague from the great State of Utah for yielding.
Mr. Speaker, this week, during National Police Week, we honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who put on the badge every single day and run toward danger while others are running away.
disputes, natural disasters, and unimaginable tragedies. They carry burdens that most Americans will never fully understand. As the wife of a first responder, I have seen firsthand the mental and emotional toll, as well as the physical toll, that this job can take on not just the individual wearing the uniform but all their families, as well. The stress, the trauma, and the weight of responsibility do not disappear when a shift ends.
is not prepared to answer their call. That is why I have introduced the Answering the Call Act of 2026, legislation to strengthen the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and ensure it effectively serves first responders. That is because I can tell you right now, Mr. Speaker, it doesn't.
officers, and public safety telecommunicators face disproportionately high rates of depression, PTSD, substance abuse, and suicide because of the traumatic situations they encounter on the job. Yet many do not seek help because of the stigma or concerns about confidentiality. In fact, over the last 5 years, over 850 law enforcement officers have taken their own lives, and we know that number is underreported.
This bill will take practical steps to address this crisis. It promotes targeted outreach to first responders, improves trauma- informed training for 988 counselors, strengthens accountability and establishes a pilot program to improve support services nationwide for our LEOs.
First responders answer the call at our most critical moments. That is why this legislation will ensure that when they need help, the system is ready to answer theirs.
District, across the Sunshine State, and across this country, I thank them for their courage, their sacrifice, and their service.
Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman from Florida for her inspiring message. It is so personal as well, and I appreciate her willingness to share.
Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Grothman).
Mr. GROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, National Police Week serves as an important reminder of the brave law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities.
that they may face dangerous and unpredictable situations in service to our community. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication deserve not only our gratitude, but our continued support.
Police Week and will have their names added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.
The first is Racine County Deputy Joshua LaForge. Deputy LaForge knew from an early age that he wanted to serve others through law enforcement. That commitment guided his life and career.
then joined the Racine County Sheriff's Department. Throughout his career, he took on many responsibilities within
Tragically, Deputy LaForge passed away on July 4, 2023.
The second is Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder. Officer Corder served with the Milwaukee Police Department for more than 6 years. On June 26, 2025, Officer Corder and his partner responded to a domestic violence call involving an armed suspect. While en route, the call was upgraded to shots fired. When they arrived on the scene, Officer Corder and his partner were ambushed by a suspect hiding in nearby bushes. Officer Corder later succumbed to his injuries on June 29, 2025.
law enforcement officers face every day and of the countless families and communities forever changed by their loss.
like to make specific mention from Wisconsin's Sixth District, State Trooper Trevor Casper. Back home, he is remembered as a shining example of service, courage, and selflessness.
December of 2014, he graduated from the State Patrol Academy and was stationed in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
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solo assignment, Trevor Casper was shot while apprehending a bank robbery and murder suspect.
suspect, protecting innocent lives and preventing further harm to the community.
Just think about that. You have been shot and are in the process of dying, but still you return fire, stop the suspect, and save members of the community.
He was just 21 years old—so tragic. Trooper Casper's bravery in the face of danger and his commitment to protecting others will never be forgotten.
officers across this country who quietly make extraordinary sacrifices in service of their communities. Many have given their lives in the line of duty, and each one deserves our respect, gratitude, and remembrance.
standing with law enforcement officers and honor the memory of those who gave their lives in service.
I think one of the things that you can really do that will drive home to any individual here what a great job our law enforcement officers are doing is to do a drive-along with them. I try to do one of these at least once every 2 years. It really brings home the situations that our law enforcement officers face, the possibility of harm. Nevertheless, again and again and again, they go out, go into unknown circumstances, risking huge physical harm to themselves, to apprehend dangerous members of our community.
Mr. Speaker, I thank my good friend from Utah for organizing this Special Order.
Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Grothman) for his message, and I appreciate him for sharing the two incredible, brave individuals.
Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Kansas (Mr. Schmidt).
Mr. SCHMIDT. Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Utah for yielding.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during National Police Week to honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who put on the badge every day and stand between safety and danger.
the calls most of us hope we will never have to make. They run toward danger when others are running away. They work long nights, miss holidays, and experience difficult moments that often go unseen or unrecognized.
sacrifice in the line of duty. Sadly, last year, we lost four heroes from the State of Kansas.
Kansas. Officer Heimann was a devoted public servant who faithfully protected his community with professionalism and integrity.
Department. Officer Simoncic dedicated his life to serving others, and his courage and commitment will not be forgotten.
Office. Deputy Gaede answered the call to serve rural Kansans with dedication and selflessness, and we remain grateful for his service and sacrifice.
Office. Deputy Ming's commitment to duty and to protecting others reflected the very best of Kansas law enforcement.
servants. Behind every badge is a human being who chose a life of sacrifice. Behind every fallen officer is a family whose sacrifice continues long after the headlines have faded.
also every officer who continues to serve. We thank them for their courage, their professionalism, and their steadfast commitment to keeping our communities safe.
forgotten. Their legacy lives on in the communities they protected, in the officers they served with, and in the grateful hearts of the people of Kansas and of our great country.
wear the badge, and may He continue to bless the United States of America.
Mr. MOORE of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Kansas for his heartwarming and thoughtful remarks on a very important week. I know that the families of those officers will appreciate the focus, attention, and prayers.
Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleagues for their comments. National Police Week is about brave, sacrificial people. It is about families. It is about heroes, Mr. Speaker, like Sergeant Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada, whose service and dedication to public safety left a lasting impact on northern Utah.
communities for many years before tragically being killed in the line of duty. While there are no words to ease the pain of their passing, it has been incredible to see the Tremonton, Garland, and greater Utah communities rally in support and appreciation for their families and our first responders.
added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial wall here in D.C. Of course, we wish that were not the case, but it is an honor to be able to see them listed among the brave. Their service, like that of many others who have died on the job, is simply not forgotten.
law enforcement who make it so we can leave with peace of mind and so we can feel confident that our families are safe.
Mr. Speaker, I thank all of my colleagues who joined me tonight. I yield back the balance of my time.