Congressman Flood Salutes America’s Peace Officers During Police Week

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood delivered a speech on the House floor honoring peace officers as the nation celebrates Police Week.

Video of Rep. Flood’s comments can be found here. A transcript of his remarks can be found below.

Mister Speaker, I rise today to salute America’s peace officers during Police Week.

Every day, men and women in blue help keep our communities safe. 

Even as respect for police has waned in some quarters, I’m proud to report that Nebraska has doubled down on our support for law enforcement.

In fact, Nebraska is the best place in the nation to serve as a peace officer, and we’re making it even better.

Before I came to Congress, I was the proud cosponsor of the Law Enforcement Attraction and Retention Act in the Nebraska Legislature two years ago. This bill provided a variety of cash incentives for officers to help agencies retain their workforce. 

Last year, the Legislature passed the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act. It covers 100% of tuition for law enforcement officers or firefighters who want to get a degree related to their career.

These are just two examples of how Nebraska Backs the Blue. And we hope that if you’re in law enforcement, that you’ll consider taking a job in the Cornhusker State. 

Thank you and I yield back.