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IV117th CONGRESS2d SessionH. RES. 1089IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 6, 2022Mr. Crawford (for himself, Mr. Keller, Mrs. Miller of Illinois, Mr. Weber of Texas, Mr. Stauber, Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania, Ms. Stefanik, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Bost, Mr. Bucshon, and Mr. Grothman) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the JudiciaryRESOLUTIONExpressing support for the designation of the week of May 1, 2022, through May 7, 2022, as National Correctional Officers Week.

Whereas the operation of correctional facilities represents a critical component of the criminal justice system of the United States; Whereas correctional officers play an important role in protecting the right of the public to be safeguarded from criminal activity, as with law enforcement officers; Whereas correctional officers are responsible for the care, custody, and dignity of the inmates charged to their care; Whereas correctional officers work under demanding circumstances and face danger and violence in their daily work lives; and Whereas the first week of May is recognized as National Correctional Officers Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1)supports the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers Week; and (2)honors all correctional officers for their service to their communities and States, and to the Nation.