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For Immediate Release WASHINGTON — This week, Speaker Johnson and House Republicans observed National Police Week and paid tribute to the more than 24,000 lives lost in the line of duty. House Republicans held a series of events honoring law enforcement officers from around the country and passed several pieces of legislation to improve officer safety and quality of life. At a candlelight vigil on Tuesday evening, Speaker Johnson said, “When it comes to law enforcement, there truly are fewer callings that could be imaginable and demand more courage and carry more risk than the people who pledge to serve and protect and defend everyone else.” |
Watch Speaker Johnson’s vigil remarks here
Speaker Johnson at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Wednesday morning
Legislation passed by House GOP this week:
This week, the House passed several bills to support the heroic men and women who pledge their lives to maintain order and stand on the frontlines of justice.
H.R. 2240, Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act
- H.R. 2240 requires the Department of Justice to report on violent attacks against law enforcement officers and wellness and protective program effectiveness.
H.R. 2243, LEOSA Reform Act of 2025
- H.R. 2243 provides necessary updates to the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) by reducing burdensome concealed carry regulations imposed on qualified active and retired law enforcement officers.
H.R. 2255, Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act
- H.R. 2255 strengthens officers’ Second Amendment rights by ensuring active and retired law enforcement officers can rightfully purchase their retired service weapons.
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