III 108th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 433 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 23, 2004 Mr. Lautenberg (for himself and Mr. Craig) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 215th anniversary of the United States Marshals Service.

Whereas the Act entitled An Act to establish the Judicial Court of the United States, approved September 24, 1789 (1 Stat. 73) (the Judiciary Act of 1789), directed the appointment of a Marshal and launched the United States Marshals Service; Whereas the Judiciary Act of 1789 determined that law enforcement would be the primary function of the United States Marshal; Whereas President George Washington subsequently appointed the first 13 United States Marshals that same year; Whereas during 215 years of service, United States Marshals have executed warrants, distributed presidential proclamations, registered enemy aliens in time of war, and helped conduct the national census; Whereas during 215 years of service, United States Marshals have protected the President and the Federal courts, provided for the custody and transportation of Federal prisoners, and maintained and disposed of seized and forfeited properties; Whereas through the Witness Security Program, United States Marshals have provided for the security, health, and safety of more than 7,500 government witnesses and 9,500 family members whose lives were in danger as a result of the witnesses' testimony against drug traffickers, terrorists, organized crime members, and other major criminals; Whereas during 215 years of service, United States Marshals have conducted their mission of fugitive apprehension with skill and valor; and Whereas United States Marshals carry out complex and life-threatening missions daily to maintain the integrity of the judicial process of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1)commemorates the 215th anniversary of the United States Marshals Service; (2)recognizes the United States Marshals Service as one of the most versatile and effective law enforcement agencies in the world; and (3)honors the men and women who have served the United States Marshals Service and our Nation so well with their dedication to justice, integrity, and service.