IV 111th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 674 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES July 23, 2009 Mr. Daniel E. Lungren of California (for himself, Mr. Brady of Pennsylvania, Mr. Capuano, Mr. McCarthy of California, and Mr. Harper) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration RESOLUTION Extending the deep gratitude of the House of Representatives to the men and women of the United States Capitol Police for the vigilance, courage, and professionalism that they demonstrate daily in protecting Congress from all manner of threats.

Whereas the men and women of the United States Capitol Police stand in the face of danger each and every day; Whereas the bravery and vigilance of the Capitol Police protect Congress and its visitors from a multitude of grave threats; Whereas the heavy responsibility of the Capitol Police requires that, when called upon, its officers must risk their lives to protect the well being of others; Whereas, on July 15, 2009, officers of the Capitol Police pursued and engaged an armed suspect, ultimately exercising lethal force in carrying out their protective duties; Whereas this incident serves as a stark reminder of the stakes and responsibilities associated with the everyday duties of the Capitol Police; and Whereas the training, communication, and coordinated response of the Capitol Police proved to be decisive factors in resolving this threat: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives extends its deep gratitude to the men and women of the United States Capitol Police for the vigilance, courage, and professionalism that they demonstrate daily in protecting Congress from all manner of threats.