To the Editor:

Too often the unwavering effort of law enforcement to keep our communities safe goes unnoticed. Recognizing the substantial personal risk they face each day, we must ensure life-saving equipment, such as bulletproof vests and body armor, is available.

Partnering with Rep. Pete Visclosky since 1997, Congress has just sent the latest authorization of the “Bulletproof Vests Partnership Grant Program” to President Obama.

May 18, 2016