Securing Support for Families of Fallen Officers
Posted on May 17, 2024
(HARTFORD) — This week, House Republicans scored a major victory in officially establishing a Fallen Officer Fund that supports families of officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Specifically, this fund distributes one-time payments to the families of officers killed in the line of duty, helping them in their time of uncertainty, grief, and need.
This bill came in response to the sudden death of two Bristol police officers last year, sadly followed by the deaths of state troopers and other municipal officers throughout our state. I am proud to support this bill because it provides immediate financial support and also allows families to receive health insurance coverage for a certain time following the tragedy. I want to thank my Republican colleagues for their leadership in giving back to those who gave their lives to keep us safe.