![]() This year, there have already been 41 officers killed in the line of duty serving their communities. Last year, 246 law enforcement officers were tragically killed in the line of duty. ![]() ![]() Unfortunately, I think we’ve forgotten what it means to support our men and women in law enforcement who serve our communities every day-all of whom are real life heroes. I have had the luxury of getting to know both of these gentlemen well over the last two years and I know that Chief Gerke will provide some valuable insight as to what issues rural police departments are facing throughout the country. In addition, I am pleased to have Midland County Sherrif David Criner and his wife, Judy, in the audience. First, I would like to recognize Odessa Police Chief Michael Gerke as a witness today. I am pleased to have some of my constituents join us today. Good morning, we are holding this important hearing during National Police Week, a time when we recognize and honor the sacrifices and service of our men and women in law enforcement from across the country. ![]() Watch Chairman Pfluger’s full opening statement during a joint Subcommittee hearing entitled, “Protecting the Homeland: An Examination of Federal Efforts to Support State and Local Law Enforcement.” – Today, House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX) and Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technoloy Chairman Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY) delivered the following opening statements during a joint hearing examining the state of U.S. Pfluger, D’Esposito Deliver Opening Remarks in Law Enforcement Hearing ![]()
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