COMMENDATIONS: Commends Police Officer Alan Cortez on receipt of the prestigious TOP COPS Award®.

This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally commends Police Officer Alan Cortez of the Lafayette Police Department for receiving the prestigious TOP COPS Award. The resolution recognizes Cortez and four other officers from the department who were honored for their courageous actions during a dangerous incident on August 5, 2023, which resulted in the rescue of civilians and the saving of Officer Hali Bradford's life. Specifically, it highlights Cortez's bravery for remaining inside a residence under fire to allow an injured colleague to escape and continuing his duty despite sustaining injuries. The text describes the specific events and the officers' roles in the rescue but does not create any new laws or change existing policies.