Jerry Costello Quotes


Since September 11, 2001, many in this nation and this Congress have a deeper appreciation for the importance of the sacrifices made by our law enforcement officers.


Citations

Costello, Jerry F. "In Honor of National Police Week." Congressional Record, Government Printing Office, 15 May 2002, p. E809.

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Jerry Costello
Jerry Costello
  • Born: September 25, 1949
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Bailiff, Law Enforcement Officer

Jerry Francis Costello is the former U.S. Representative for Illinois's 12th congressional district. He previously represented Illinois's 21st congressional district and served in the US House from 1988 to 2013. He is a member of the Democratic Party and was the dean of Illinois's 21-member congressional delegation. In October 2011, Costello announced that he would not seek another term in Congress in 2012. He was succeeded by William Enyart. Costello is a member of the Reformers Caucus of Issue One.