National Police Week

Members of Alabama's congressional delegation saluted the dedication and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers.

This year, National Police Week is observed from Sunday, May 9, through Saturday, May 15, 2021.

There is a virtual candlelight vigil scheduled for May 13 at 7 p.m. CST in honor of the law enforcement officers who have died protecting our communities and way of life. In honor of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town released a statement recognizing the service and sacrifice of federal, state, and local, … Continued

Thursday, the Alabama legislature held a rare joint session to present the Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement to the Alabama law enforcement officer who demonstrated the greatest bravery in service to their fellow Alabamians. This year, there were a rare two medals awarded. Coffee County Sheriff’s Deputy Jace Holley responded to a fatal … Continued

U.S. Senator Richard Shelby (R-Ala.), in observance of National Police Week, today commemorated the two Alabama law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2018. Senator Shelby co-sponsored S.Res.209, a Senate resolution designating the week of May 12-18, 2019, as “National Police Week” – a week in which Americans honor … Continued

Monday, U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town recognized the service and sacrifice of federal, state, local, and tribal police officers on the occasion of National Police Week, which is being observed Sunday, May 12 to Saturday, May 18, 2019. In October 1962, the Congress enacted a joint resolution, which the President signed, declaring May 15th as … Continued

U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, recognized National Police Week on Wednesday by honoring the four slain Alabama law enforcement officers. He also paid tribute to the other 356 brave men and women who were added to the National Peace Officers Memorial during a service at the U.S. Capitol. “It is a privilege to pay tribute … Continued