DOI Sec. Burgum Testifies on USPP FY 27 Budget

Department of the Interior Secretary Burgum is seeking a significant increase in United States Park Police (USPP) funding so that the Force has the personnel and resources to operate safely and effectively after years of severe underfunding. The increase is to hire new officers, provide better training, and purchase equipment. During the last two weeks, … Continue reading DOI Sec. Burgum Testifies on USPP FY 27 Budget

Congress Members want support for USPP Aviation to save lives and secure our Nation’s Capital

"The USPP Aviation Unit provides an irreplaceable lifesaving service to residents, visitors, and service members in the National Capital Region and beyond."See Letter Below For 50-plus years, when a medical emergency strikes in the DC area, the United States Park Police (USPP) Aviation Unit is there. Congress is currently seeking funds to support enhanced pararescue … Continue reading Congress Members want support for USPP Aviation to save lives and secure our Nation’s Capital

House Resources- Make DC Safe and Beautiful Hearing

⬇FROM Our Written TESTIMONY⬇ "At the same time, I want to be absolutely clear that U.S. Park Police officers have no interest in suppressing peaceful expression. We guard the steps where Dr. King spoke at the Lincoln Memorial. We routinely police large, passionate demonstrations from all points on the political spectrum. The officers I represent … Continue reading House Resources- Make DC Safe and Beautiful Hearing