Support for Law Enforcement

Summary#

This concurrent resolution expresses Congress's support for law enforcement professionals. It honors officers who have died or been injured in the line of duty and calls for steps to improve officer safety and well-being, including more personnel, better training and equipment, tougher penalties for assaults or killings, and more mental health resources. It also calls on all levels of government to provide officers with needed support and resources.

What it means for you#

The resolution states Congress's support for law enforcement. It calls for action by governments but does not set out specific programs or requirements for the public.

Expenses#

No publicly available information.

Proponents' View#

The resolution says officers protect communities, face dangerous and traumatic events, and need support and resources to do their jobs safely.

Opponents' View#

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