The United States is observing National Police Week from May 11 to May 17, 2025. During this period, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on three legislative measures aimed at supporting law enforcement officers.
The first measure, H.R. 2240 – Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act, mandates the U.S. Department of Justice to collect data on violent attacks against law enforcement officers. The second measure, H.R. 2243 – LEOSA Reform Act, seeks to enhance the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act by extending concealed carry privileges to qualified officers. The third measure, H.R. 2255 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act, permits current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase a retired weapon at market value from a federal agency.
U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) supported all three bills with his vote.
On May 15, Congressman Griffith attended the 44th Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service held on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol to honor fallen law enforcement officers across the country. Vice President J.D. Vance spoke at the event alongside Second Lady Usha Vance, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and Border Czar Tom Homan.
During the service, a roll call honored 147 police officers who died in service over the past year including Deputy Hunter Reedy from Smyth County Sheriff’s Office who was killed by gunfire in August of 2024 while his partner was injured. Deputy Reedy’s family attended along with Smyth County Sheriff “Chip” Shuler and colleagues.
Congressman Griffith later issued a statement emphasizing his support for law enforcement: “Many Virginia communities are equipped with safe streets and peaceful neighborhoods thanks to the firm support and care of our law enforcement officers… My heart and prayers go out to the family of Deputy Reedy… The emotional service at the Capitol demonstrates America’s rich culture in celebrating the contributions and sacrifices of law enforcement.”
Griffith also entered an Extension of Remarks into Congressional Record honoring Deputy Hunter Reedy’s service and requested a flag be flown over the U.S. Capitol in his memory.
Deputy Reedy’s family received a printed copy of these remarks along with a flag during a ceremony at Southwest Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy.
