Honoring the Men and Women in Law Enforcement

May 13, 2026 Weekly Columns This week is National Police Week, a time to honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who work every day to keep our communities safe. Across Oklahoma and the nation, officers put their lives on the line to protect families, uphold the rule of law, and serve others. They are an essential line of defense in maintaining public safety, and they deserve our full support and gratitude. National Police Week is an important reminder to thank the officers who work tirelessly to protect our communities. Every day, law enforcement officers make sacrifices to remove violent criminals from our streets, respond in moments of crisis, and help keep Americans safe. Their families make sacrifices as well, often carrying the weight of uncertainty every time their loved one puts on the uniform. Beyond enforcing the law, officers support seniors, mentor young people, assist during natural disasters, and perform countless acts of service that often go unnoticed. For many officers, protecting innocent lives and serving their communities is more than a job. It is a calling and a way of life. House Republicans are continuing to advance legislation that supports law enforcement and recognizes the important work officers do every day. This week, the House will consider the Expressing Support for Law Enforcement Officers Resolution, which recognizes the sacrifices officers and their families make every day and shows support for men and women who put on the uniform to protect us. It also pushes back on anti-police rhetoric and soft-on-crime policies that have made our communities less safe. Alongside this resolution and countless other efforts to back the blue, House Republicans are also advancing legislation like the Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act, which would prevent charitable bail organizations from posting bail for violent offenders by classifying bail bonds as insurance producers under federal law. I have also been proud to support law enforcement efforts in Oklahoma’s Fifth District through Community Project Funding, including funding for Guthrie Police Departments 911 Center and Logan County radio modernization project. Investments like these help ensure officers have reliable equipment and resources to respond quickly and safely when emergencies happen. It was also an honor to have Sheriff Damon Devereaux of Logan County as my State of The Union guest this year. I will continue standing with the men and women in uniform and ensuring they have the support they deserve. One of the greatest strengths of law enforcement is the trust officers build within the communities they serve. During National Police Week, we honor the officers who wear the badge with courage and integrity, and we thank them and their families for their sacrifice, service, and commitment to protecting the American people.