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IV118th CONGRESS2d SessionH. CON. RES. 106IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 6, 2024Mr. Ezell (for himself and Mr. Rutherford) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the JudiciaryCONCURRENT RESOLUTIONExpressing support for local law enforcement officers and condemning efforts to defund local law enforcement agencies.

Whereas the brave men and women in local law enforcement work tirelessly to protect the communities they serve;Whereas local law enforcement officers are tasked with upholding the rule of law and ensuring public safety;Whereas local law enforcement officers selflessly put themselves in harm’s way to fight crime, get drugs off the streets, and protect the innocent;Whereas defunding police narratives vilify and demonize local law enforcement officers and put them at greater risk of danger;Whereas local law enforcement officers take an oath to never betray the public trust;Whereas the local law enforcement community protects our streets, acknowledges the rights of all Americans, and keeps citizens safe from harm;Whereas local law enforcement officers are recognized for their public service to all, knowing they face extremely dangerous situations while carrying out their duties;Whereas a healthy and collaborative relationship between local law enforcement officers and the communities they serve is essential to creating mutually respectful dialogue; andWhereas local law enforcement officers deserve respect and profound gratitude: Now, therefore, be it

That Congress—(1)recognizes and appreciates the dedication and devotion demonstrated by the men and women of local law enforcement who keep the Nation’s communities safe;(2)extends its gratitude to all local law enforcement officers and their families for their sacrifice and service; and(3)condemns calls to defund, disband, dismantle, or abolish the police.