mourning the untimely death and paying tribute to the life and heroic service of Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa who died on Saturday, January 31, 2026

This bill is a resolution that formally expresses the Nassau County Legislature's condolences to the family of Police Officer Patricia Espinosa, who died in a car accident on January 31, 2026. The document honors her life and service by noting her background as a former correctional officer who joined the Nassau County Police Department in 2017 and worked in the Elmont precinct. It highlights her community involvement, including her roles with the Hispanic Society and youth mentorship programs, before officially pausing legislative business to mourn her passing. Finally, the resolution directs that a copy of the tribute be sent to Officer Espinosa's family.