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Senate Tribute to Fallen Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew

Original title: HONORING OFFICER JOHN BARTHOLOMEW

Record date · May 11, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Senator Dick Durbin delivered a formal tribute in the U.S. Senate honoring the life and service of Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, who was killed . The statement acknowledges the officer's funeral service and expresses condolences to his surviving family.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official of the death of a law enforcement officer, documenting the Senate's formal recognition of his service.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

John Bartholomew's family

The family is the subject of the tribute following the death of the officer.

Indirectly affected

Chicago Police Department

The department is recognized through the tribute to one of its officers.

Key Facts

Officer John Bartholomew was killed in the line of duty in Chicago.
A memorial service for Officer Bartholomew was held at a Greek Orthodox church on Hollywood Avenue in Chicago.
Officer Bartholomew is survived by his wife and three children.
Senator Dick Durbin attended the memorial service and met with the officer's family.

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Law enforcement officers from across the Midwest and the United States attended the memorial service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?

It is a formal entry in the honoring the service and death of Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew.

Does this document propose any new laws or funding?

No, this is a commemorative statement and does not contain legislative action or appropriations.

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Connected Entities

Hollywood Avenue, Chicago, John Bartholomew and 1 more

locationHollywood Avenue“Location of the Greek Orthodox church where the memorial service took place.”Map →

locationChicago“City where the officer served and the memorial service was held.”Map →

PersonJohn Bartholomew“Chicago police officer killed in the line of duty.”Map →

PersonDick Durbin“U.S. Senator from Illinois who delivered the tribute.”Map →

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