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This resolution formally recognizes and supports law enforcement fundraising (LETR) for the Special Olympics, boosting resources and access for people with intellectual disabilities and strengthening community–police ties with negligible policy cost.
Special Olympics athletes and their families receive sustained financial and program support from the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), lowering participation costs and improving access to training, competitions, and services.
Law enforcement officers are publicly recognized for raising over $1.13 billion for people with intellectual disabilities, reinforcing positive community–police partnerships and encouraging continued fundraising and volunteerism.
No direct negative impacts identified in the bill text.
Based on analysis of 2 sections of legislative text.
Formally recognizes and commends the Law Enforcement Torch Run for its origin, expansion, and fundraising efforts benefiting people with intellectual disabilities.
Introduced March 5, 2026 by Ron Estes · Last progress March 5, 2026
Recognizes and commends the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for its origin, growth, and fundraising in support of Special Olympics athletes and people with intellectual disabilities. The resolution recounts the 1979 origins in Wichita, the first Torch Run in June 1981, Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s endorsement, LETR’s expansion across the United States, Canada, and other countries, annual participation by over 150,000 law enforcement officers, and $1,139,597,747 raised since 1981.