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HR 48

A Resolution recognizing the week of May 11 through 17, 2025, as "National Police Week" and recognizing May 15, 2025, as "Peace Officers Memorial Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 40 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania resolution designates May 11-17, 2025 as National Police Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day to honor law enforcement fallen in service.

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Bill Summary · HR 48

Legislative bill overview

HR 48 is a ceremonial resolution designating May 11-17, 2025, as National Police Week in Pennsylvania and May 15, 2025, as Peace Officers Memorial Day. The resolution recognizes and honors law enforcement officers, particularly those who have died in service.

Why is this important

Symbolic recognitions like this affirm public acknowledgment of law enforcement sacrifices and provide designated occasions for memorial observances. These resolutions typically generate community events, ceremonies, and media attention that honor fallen officers and their families.

Potential points of contention

  • Timing and focus: Some may question whether annual memorials adequately address broader discussions about police accountability, reform, and community relations in a balanced way
  • Resource allocation: Critics might argue legislative time spent on ceremonial resolutions could address substantive law enforcement policy issues instead
  • Selective commemoration: Questions about whether similar recognition exists for other public servants (firefighters, EMTs, military) or whether law enforcement receives disproportionate ceremonial focus

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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