Congresswoman Tenney Highlights NY-24 Sheriffs' Support of Her Law Enforcement Plan

Cleveland, NY – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today highlighted the enthusiastic support of County Sheriffs from New York's 24th District for her recently released Law Enforcement plan.

Tenney’s law enforcement plan underscores her legislative work to support our law enforcement officers, ensure they can enforce the law, and that they have all the resources and protection they need. Local sheriffs from NY-24 rallied in support of Tenney’s plan dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers and ending the crime crisis. 

“Thank you to the dedicated Sheriffs from across NY-24 for your unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe,” said Congresswoman Claudia Tenney. “Sheriff Schenck, Sheriff Spike, and Sheriff Filicetti's endorsement of my Law Enforcement plan reinforces my commitment to stand by our law enforcement officers, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and backing they deserve. I will continue to work with our law enforcement officers from around NY-24 to create safer neighborhoods and put an end to New York’s crime crisis.” 

“Securing and maintaining safe communities today is more challenging than ever for law enforcement,” said Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck. “We must give those that wear the badge the tools and support they need to confront these challenges in an effective way. While it is incumbent upon these public servants to make sound decisions and build positive relationships with those they serve in order to successfully police our communities, it is also critical that those served partner with and support these professionals to ensure their success. Sound legislation that supports public safety, the public, and law enforcement officers is essential to public safety as well. Thank you Representative Tenney for addressing these concerns and supporting our mission to enhance the quality of life for all we serve, and those that put their lives on the line each day.”

“The job of a law enforcement officer in these times is challenging and complex with laws, reforms, technology and social norms ever changing,” said Yates County Sheriff Ronald Spike. “Having the support of the community for professional training and funding will boost the profession in the recruitment and retention of good officers. Representative Claudia Tenney’s efforts in supporting and “backing the blue” for professional law enforcement is commendable for increasing police morale, community trust and public safety to our citizens and crime victims. Thank you Claudia.” 

“A career in law enforcement has always been a challenging path to take,” said Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti. “In recent years I would describe the environment in this profession as sometimes hostile and leaving the rank and file with a feeling of abandonment. Unfortunately, this new era was ushered in by some of our elected representatives seizing the moment to blame the police for all of society’s problems. It is refreshing that Congresswoman Tenney and other like-minded elected officials have stepped up to do what is right for those tasked with keeping our communities safe. These proposals will go a long way in restoring morale and supporting the men and women who serve the public every day.”

View Tenney’s Law Enforcement Plan here. 

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