Peace Officers Memorial Day
Peace Officers Memorial Day on 15 May honours US law enforcement officers who died or were disabled in the line of duty.
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OrganiserUS Congress (36 U.S.C. chapter 1)
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Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
Federal law designates 15 May, with flags at half staff. The National Peace Officers Memorial Service is held at the US Capitol that day.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 15 May 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Monday 15 May 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Tuesday 15 May 2029 | USA | Same date every year |
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