This week, I continued our Thin Line Tribute with a stop at the Bay County Sheriff’s Office. Thin Line Tribute is an opportunity to thank our great local law enforcement officers by encouraging and supporting their dedicated service.

Florida law enforcement serves as the backbone of stability in our state. These everyday heroes that maintain law and order, and provide safety to the communities they have taken an oath to protect, are vital to our way of life.

Our law enforcement officers are incredibly dedicated to their job. I remember back in 2018 when Hurricane Michael struck Bay County as a category five storm. Local law enforcement was crucial; emergency responders went above and beyond to help their neighbors for months after the storm—from clearing fallen trees and debris, rescuing citizens and fighting crime, to delivering much-needed food and supplies.

These are just a few examples of the selfless service shown by our courageous Florida heroes, and it is one of the many reasons why I am traveling around our state to thank those in law enforcement for the terrific job they do.

As the wife of a law enforcement officer, I understand personally the sacrifice and dedication needed in this line of work, and I will continue showing my deepest gratitude and support for our frontline officers. Their work is beyond commendable and deserves the highest thanks and praise. Our state is stronger and safer because of their service.