SENATE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING MAY 12 THROUGH MAY 18, 2024, AS "NATIONAL POLICE WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND, IN REMEMBRANCE OF ALL THE POLICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WHO HAVE LOST THEIR LIVES IN THE LINE OF DUTY

This Senate resolution designates the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as National Police Week in Rhode Island to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The bill formally recognizes the sacrifices made by police officers and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant state and national police organizations. By adopting this commemorative title, the state acknowledges the risks faced by its officers without altering any laws or policies.