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CO SJR027

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/14/2014

Primary Sponsor

Steve King

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proclaims the week of May 11-17, 2014, as Police Week in Colorado to recognize peace officers' efforts in safeguarding citizens.

  • Designates May 15, 2014, as Peace Officers' Memorial Day to honor officers who made the ultimate sacrifice or were disabled in the line of duty.

  • Honors 268 peace officers from Colorado who died in service, listing officers by year from 1869 through 2013, including Tom Clements, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Corrections (2013).

  • Calls upon all Colorado citizens and patriotic, civic, and educational organizations to observe Police Week and participate in Peace Officers' Memorial Day observances.

  • Directs copies of the resolution to be sent to state officials, law enforcement organizations, and police survivors groups.

Legislative Description

Police Week & Peace Officers' Memorial Day

Last Action

Signed by the President of the Senate

5/21/2014

Full Bill Text

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