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HRES-421House2025-05-15Crime and Law Enforcement

Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

YourVoice.Now Summary

This resolution memorializes 345 law enforcement officers whose deaths in the line of duty were recovered during 2024, listing each one by name. It marks Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, 2025, and National Police Week, honoring officers at all levels — federal, state, local, and tribal — who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The resolution expresses unwavering support for law enforcement, recognizes the need for proper equipment, training, and resources to protect officer safety, and offers condolences to the families and loved ones of fallen officers.

Congressional Summary

This resolution expresses support for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. The resolution further recognizes law enforcement officers across the United States in the pursuit of preserving safe and secure communities; the need to ensure that such officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety while they are protecting the public; and the law enforcement community for acts of sacrifice and heroism. The resolution expresses condolences and appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Details

Congress
119th
Chamber
House
Status
summarized
Action
Introduced in House
Action Date
2025-05-15
Date Added
2026-04-09