HR 483
A Resolution recognizing the week of May 10 through 16, 2026, as "National Police Week" and recognizing May 15, 2026, as "Peace Officers Memorial Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Bill overview
This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers in Pennsylvania and across the United States. It officially recognizes the week of May 10-16, 2026, as National Police Week and designates May 15, 2026, as Peace Officers Memorial Day. The resolution acknowledges the history of these observances and the annual candlelight vigil at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of May 10-16, 2026, as National Police Week.
- Designates May 15, 2026, as Peace Officers Memorial Day.
- Recognizes the historical context of these observances established in 1962 and 1963.
- Acknowledges the annual candlelight vigil at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.
- Honors the memory of police officers who have died in the line of duty.
- Recognizes the service of police officers in Pennsylvania.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers
- Families of fallen law enforcement officers
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- The Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Notable changes
- This resolution formally recognizes National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day within Pennsylvania.
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