Kean Launches Second Annual Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes Initiative during National Police Week
Contact: Riley Pingree
(May 13, 2025) LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) launched his second annual Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes initiative in conjunction with the start of National Police Week (May 11–17, 2025). This initiative recognizes exceptional law enforcement officers serving communities across New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.
“Every day, the brave men and women of law enforcement put themselves in harm’s way to protect our families, neighborhoods, and communities,” said Congressman Tom Kean, Jr.“Here in New Jersey, we are fortunate to be served by officers who lead with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering sense of duty. I am honored to recognize many of these individuals through my annual Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes initiative. These officers are not only protectors of public safety—they are mentors, lifesavers, and community leaders. Thanks to these officers’ courage and commitment, the families in our district are safer and our towns stronger.”
Local officers were nominated by their department chiefs or supervisors and will be recognized by Congressman Kean throughout the year for their dedication and service.
Congressman Kean invited nominations from police departments throughout the district to spotlight outstanding individuals in law enforcement. Each Hometown Hero was selected by leadership within their department for going above and beyond in their duty to protect and serve.
National Police Week, observed each May, is a time to honor the service and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers. In the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Kean has cosponsored multiple pieces of legislation to support the law enforcement community. Most recently, Congressman Kean joined as an original cosponsor on the Establishing Accreditation Grants for Law Enforcement (EAGLE) Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill would provide critical funding for small and mid-sized police departments to improve training, raise standards, and implement best practices through the accreditation process. The EAGLE Act is endorsed by the National Fraternal Order of Police, the Law Enforcement Action Partnership, and the Small and Rural Law Enforcement Executives Association.
To kick off the 2025 Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes initiative, Congressman Kean recognized Detective Andrew Chuisano from the Watchung Police Department. View the post HERE.
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