[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 645 Engrossed in House (EH)]


                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                         July 23, 2008.
Whereas the United States Capitol Police force consists of over 1,600 officers 
        who are dedicated to the protection and security of the Capitol Complex 
        and its employees and visitors;
Whereas the United States Capitol Police continually sacrifice to provide safety 
        and security to the Members, staff, and nearly 3 million visitors each 
        year to the Capitol Complex;
Whereas the officers of the United States Capitol Police face the danger of 
        physical and verbal assaults and continue to provide courteous, 
        responsible, and diligent services in an unbiased and nonpartisan 
        manner;
Whereas the United States Capitol Police face many threats to their safety and 
        must remain constantly alert for suspicious actions or for any failure 
        to respond to requests and instructions;
Whereas the United States Capitol Police are on the front lines of the War on 
        Terrorism and remain on constant alert against unauthorized access to 
        Capitol buildings, terrorism, and other threats to the Capitol Complex;
Whereas Capitol Police officers stationed throughout the Capitol Complex act in 
        a professional manner and treat Members, staff, and visitors with 
        dignity and respect;
Whereas the United States Capitol Police consistently apply security and safety 
        measures to all, including Members of Congress; and
Whereas the United States Capitol Police is one of the best trained, most highly 
        respected law enforcement agencies in the United States: Now, therefore, 
        be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the professional 
        manner in which the United States Capitol Police carry out their diverse 
        missions;
            (2) expresses appreciation for the dedication United States Capitol 
        Police officers display in protecting the Capitol Complex; and
            (3) commends the United States Capitol Police for their continued 
        courage and professionalism in protecting the Capitol Complex and its 
        employees and visitors.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.