INTERNATIONAL UNION SAM A.CABRAL OF POLICE ASSOCIATIONS enone AFL-CIO oer THE ONLY UNION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS: ee Congressman David Jolly United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Congressman Jolly: On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, I am proud to offer our support of your needed legislation, HR 814, the “Thin Blue Line Act”. As you know, we represent more ‘than 100,000 active-duty, rank and file law enforcement officers across this great nation, We have seen a dramatic uptick in the ambush style murders and attempted murders of police officers Your bill recognizes the gravity of such an event, as it is not just an attack on the police officer unfortunate enough to be the target, but an attack on the very substance of American life. In many cases the officers were attacked and killed simply because of their status as a law enforcement officer. We applaud your recognition of the seriousness of these happenings and your introduction of this crucial legislation. We look forward to working with you and your staff to see this bill become Jaw in the very near future. Very Respectfully, Tan (iba, Sam A. Cabral International President International Headquarters + 1549 Ringling Blvd + 6” Floor + Sarasota, Florida 24236-6772 + (941) 487-2560 + Fax: (241) 487-2570 Legislative Affairs Office + Washington, DC