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CO SJR023

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/27/2015

Primary Sponsor

John Cooke

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proclaims the week of May 10-16, 2015, as Police Week in Colorado to recognize peace officers' efforts in safeguarding citizens.

  • Designates May 15, 2015, as Peace Officers' Memorial Day to honor officers who made the ultimate sacrifice or were disabled in the line of duty.

  • Honors 289 peace officers from Colorado who died in service from 1869 through 2014, listing each officer by name, year of death, and agency.

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

  • Directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Governor, law enforcement leadership, and organizations serving fallen officers' families.

Legislative Description

Police Week & Peace Officers' Memorial Day

Last Action

House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments

5/1/2015

Full Bill Text

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